Travel RN - PACU

American Traveler, LLC.; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay & bonuses

Medical, dental & vision insurance (1)

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Housing allowance

Travel & licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem & subsidy

Traveler rewards & discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PACU RN for a day-shift contract in Tennessee. Must have Phase I PACU and inpatient experience, ACLS/BLS/PALS certifications, and an active RN license. Travel-friendly assignment with teaching/community hospital exposure and Epic EMR.

The role includes 3x12 shifts from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, two weekend shifts, and no on-call requirements. Open to first-time travelers; housing and travel reimbursements may apply.

Qualifications

• Active TN or compact RN license required.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS (AHA certification only accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of PACU experience required
• Inpatient and Phase I PACU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, arterial line management, dysrhythmia recognition/management, IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central line care
• Experience administering IV vasopressors, narcotics/opioid analgesics, and reversal agents
• Experience with EVD and ICP monitoring
• Experience caring for ventilated patients
• Experience managing various anesthesia types including general, local, MAC, nerve blocks, spinal, conscious sedation, and post-epural management
• Knowledge of Malignant Hyperthermia Protocol, pain assessment/management, PCA pump management, and RASS
• Experience with surgical cases including bariatrics, ENT, general, gyn, neuro, ophthalmology, ortho, and vascular
• Must complete Relias EKG testing within 72 hours of signing
• Must complete drug testing within 12-14 calendar days prior to start
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to meet CDC fit testing guidelines

Responsibilities

• PACU unit within a teaching and community hospital setting
• Phase I PACU and inpatient patient population
• 3x12 day shifts, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• 2 weekend shifts required per contract
• No call requirements
• Epic EMR experience required
• Provide perianesthesia nursing care supporting a variety of surgical specialties
• Participate in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care duties
• Orientation includes online computer-based learning modules averaging 4-5 hours, completed as part of non-billable orientation
• General orientation begins on Sundays
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Facility may call off one shift biweekly without penalty in the event of census decrease

Skills

TN license

ACLS/BLS/PALS

PACU experience

Phase I PACU experience

Teaching hospital experience

Community hospital experience

Cardiac monitoring

IV therapy/phlebotomy

Central line care

Vasoactive meds administration

Ventilated patient care

General/local/MAC/nerve block/spinal/s

EVD/ICP monitoring

Relias EKG testing

Epic EMR

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN with Phase I PACU and inpatient experience for a day-shift contract requiring ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS (AHA certification only accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of PACU experience required
• Inpatient and Phase I PACU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, arterial line management, dysrhythmia recognition/management, IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central line care
• Experience administering IV vasopressors, narcotics/opioid analgesics, and reversal agents
• Experience with EVD and ICP monitoring
• Experience caring for ventilated patients
• Experience managing various anesthesia types including general, local, MAC, nerve blocks, spinal, conscious sedation, and post-epidural management
• Knowledge of Malignant Hyperthermia Protocol, pain assessment/management, PCA pump management, and RASS
• Experience with surgical cases including bariatrics, ENT, general, gyn, neuro, ophthalmology, ortho, and vascular
• Must complete Relias EKG testing within 72 hours of signing
• Must complete drug testing within 12-14 calendar days prior to start
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to meet CDC fit testing guidelines

Responsibilities

• PACU unit within a teaching and community hospital setting
• Phase I PACU and inpatient patient population
• 3x12 day shifts, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• 2 weekend shifts required per contract
• No call requirements
• Epic EMR experience required
• Provide perianesthesia nursing care supporting a variety of surgical specialties
• Participate in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care duties
• Orientation includes online computer-based learning modules averaging 4-5 hours, completed as part of non-billable orientation
• General orientation begins on Sundays
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Facility may call off one shift biweekly without penalty in the event of census decrease

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-774422

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