Travel PACU RN - 13-Week Assignment + Benefits

Fusion Medical Staffing; Murphysboro (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus program

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure and CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel PACU RN for a 13-week assignment in Murphysboro, IL. The PACU RN provides care to patients recovering from anesthesia and coordinates post-operative care with the surgical team.

This travel position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and strong support from a dedicated clinical team, with licensure and CEU reimbursement and 24/7 recruiter assistance. Start date and shift details are negotiable, with travel stipends available to assist the

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a PACU RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification.

Responsibilities

• Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition.
• Monitor and evaluate patient’s vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients.
• Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records.
• Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines.
• Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care.
• Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units.
• Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

English language

PC skills

Tools

Ventilators

Monitors

Infusion pumps

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel PACU RN for a 13-week assignment in Murphysboro, IL. The PACU RN provides care to patients recovering from anesthesia and coordinates post-operative care with the surgical team.

This travel position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and strong support from a dedicated clinical team, with licensure and CEU reimbursement and 24/7 recruiter assistance. Start date and shift details are negotiable, with travel stipends available to assist the