Travel PACU RN: Post-Anesthesia Care Specialist

Jobtome; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Day-one insurance

PTO after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

Recruiter support 24/7

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Chattanooga, TN. Start date ASAP with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

As a PACU RN, you will assess recovery, implement post-operative care, administer treatments, and coordinate care with the surgical team to discharge or transfer patients safely. Strong critical thinking and nursing skills are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Receive and assess patients transferring from the operating room and evaluate post-anesthesia condition.
• Monitor vital signs, consciousness level, and recovery from anesthesia.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per post-anesthesia nursing techniques.
• Ensure comfort and safety needs of recovering patients.
• Document patient conditions and interventions; notify care team of changes or adverse reactions.
• Respond to emergencies using PACU standards and protocols.
• Document assessments and recovery progress in medical records.
• Educate patients and families; provide discharge instructions and recovery guidelines.
• Collaborate with surgical team and other providers for comprehensive care.
• Hand off care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units.
• Operate PACU equipment such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps.
• Perform other duties within scope of practice.

Skills

PACU experience

RN license

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Chattanooga, TN. Start date ASAP with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

As a PACU RN, you will assess recovery, implement post-operative care, administer treatments, and coordinate care with the surgical team to discharge or transfer patients safely. Strong critical thinking and nursing skills are essential.