Travel PACU RN — Post-Anesthesia Care Expert

Fusion Medical Staffing, LLC; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day 1

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Weekly pay

License and certification reimbursal

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN for PACU – Post Anesthesia Care in Farmington, New Mexico. This 13‑week assignment offers 40 hours/week, days shift, travelemployment with competitive benefits and dedicated clinical support.

The role requires 1 year of PACU RN experience, an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications. PALS/ENPC are preferred, with licensing and regulatory compliance ensured.

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

Communication

English proficiency

Team collaboration

PC skills

Education

RN license

BLS (AHA)

ACLS (AHA)

Tools

PALS (AHA) or ENPC

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN for PACU – Post Anesthesia Care in Farmington, New Mexico. This 13‑week assignment offers 40 hours/week, days shift, travelemployment with competitive benefits and dedicated clinical support.

The role requires 1 year of PACU RN experience, an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications. PALS/ENPC are preferred, with licensing and regulatory compliance ensured.