Travel RN - PACU

American Traveler; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 132,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Critical Care RN for PACU assignments in Hawaii. The role involves caring for pre-op and recovery patients, with potential float between ASU and PACU units and on-call requirements.

Applicants should hold an active Hawaii RN license with BLS/ACLS, and have 2+ years CCU/ICU or ER experience; PALS is recommended. Benefits include housing, travel and licensure reimbursements, and employee health clearance prior to start.

Qualifications

• Active Hawaii RN license required by start.
• BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association.
• 2+ years critical care ICU/ER nursing required or PACU substitution.
• PALS certification recommended; may be required for certain positions.
• NIHSS or TNCC certifications preferred.
• Proof of flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required prior to contract start.

Responsibilities

• Care for PACU patients pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery.
• Operate Meditech, PCA pumps, Pyxis, Braun IV Pumps, Cryocuff, SCDs, Bair Paws Warmers, and HP/Phillips Monitors.
• Work 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts across Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends/Holidays with no guarantee of hours or shift preference.
• May float between ASU and PACU units.
• On-call 0-3 times per month, including 8-hour night shifts and 24-hour weekend/holiday shifts.
• Provide advanced post-anesthesia nursing care, including monitoring incision sites and patient stability.
• Prior CCU and surgical nursing experience is a plus.

Skills

Active HI RN license

BLS/ACLS certification

2+ years CCU/ICU/ER nursing

PALS certification recommended

NIHSS/TNCC preferred

Tools

Meditech

PCA Pumps

Pyxis

Braun IV Pumps

Cryocuff

SCDs

Bair Paws Warmers

HP/Phillips Monitors

Job description

Requirements

• Active HI RN license required by start of assignment
• Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
• 2+ years of experience as a critical care RN (ER or ICU) accepted as a substitute for PACU experience
• PALS certification recommended and may be required for specific positions
• Additional specialty certifications such as NIHSS or TNCC preferred and may be required for specific positions
• Proof of flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exception required prior to contract start

Responsibilities

• Work in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) caring for patients pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery
• Uses equipment including Meditech, PCA Pumps, Pyxis, Braun IV Pumps, Cryocuff, SCDs, Bair Paws Warmers, and HP/Phillips Monitors
• Variable shifts of 8, 10, or 12 hours across Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends/Holidays with no guarantee of hours or shift preference
• May float between ASU and PACU units
• On-call requirement of 0-3 times per month, including 8-hour night shifts and 24-hour weekend/holiday shifts
• Provide advanced post-anesthesia nursing care, including monitoring incision sites, body temperature, and other indicators of patient stability or complications
• Prior experience in critical care and surgical nursing is a plus
• Must report to Employee Health 48-72 hours prior to assignment start for clearance appointment, typically scheduled the Friday before a Monday start
• Flu vaccination can be administered during the employee health clearance appointment

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-740049

Open Positions: 1