Travel RN - PACU
American Traveler
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American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring KY or compact RN license, 2 years of PACU experience, and Epic proficiency.
Work in a friendly, self-contained surgical unit with 6 pre/post beds and 2 ORs, 7a–7p day shifts, and 36 hours per week for 13 weeks. On-call duties and travel stipends accompany the assignment.
Qualifications
- Active KY or Compact RN license
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 2 years PACU RN experience
- Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience
- Epic EMR experience
- Nursing Diploma or ASN
Responsibilities
- Work in a surgical unit with 6 pre/post beds and 2 ORs
- Maintain average patient ratio of 2:1
- Administer medications including Fentanyl, Versed, and Dilaudid
- On-call requirements including one weekday shift 7p-11p and weekend on-call no more than every 6th weekend
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and mentor staff
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Assignment Overview
Overview
Posted 3 days ago
Shift
Days, 3x12hrs
Hours
36 hrs/wk
Start Date
Oct 11, 2026
Length
13 weeks
Openings
2
Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring KY or compact RN license, 2 years of PACU experience, and Epic proficiency.
- Work in a friendly, self-contained surgical unit with 6 pre/post beds and 2 ORs
- Average patient ratio of 2:1
- Common procedures include lithotripsy, cystoscopy, and TURP/TURBT
- Medications administered include Fentanyl, Versed, and Dilaudid
- Day shift schedule of 7a-7p, 3 days per week for 36 hours
- Uses Epic EMR system
- On-call required, including one weekday shift from 7p-11p and weekend on-call no more than every 6th Saturday/Sunday 7a-7p
- Surgical scrubs provided
- Active KY or Compact RN license
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 2 years of PACU RN experience required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (ASN) required
- Pre-op experience preferred
- Pre/post-anesthesia or circulator experience preferred
- Skilled in IV insertion, sedation administration, trach care, and CBI
- Ability to read telemetry and titrate medications
- Deliver patient- and family-centered care with a focus on safe, quality outcomes
- Perform patient assessments and reassessments, developing and implementing individualized care plans
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and coordinate patient/family education
- Serve as a mentor or preceptor to licensed and non-licensed staff
- Delegate tasks appropriately while supporting teamwork and quality improvement initiatives
- Participate in regulatory compliance and practice governance activities
These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.
Pay
$2,216/wk
Assignment Total (13 Weeks)
$28,808
Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)
$115,232
Weekly Wages
$900/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 36 hours/wk = $900
Weekly Stipends
$1,316/wk
Lodging
$120.00 x 7 days = $840
Meals & Incidentals
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$2,216/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,041 - $2,216. The $2,216 weekly pay shown in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range. Weekly travel pay includes tax-free stipends per IRS guidelines. Weekly local pay is fully taxable and therefore lower due to additional employer-paid taxes and related costs.
Facility
Facility details are only available for registered travelers.
Facility Information
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Bed Count
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Setting
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EMR
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Teaching Facility
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American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring KY or compact RN license, 2 years of PACU experience, and Epic proficiency.
- Work in a friendly, self-contained surgical unit with 6 pre/post beds and 2 ORs
- Average patient ratio of 2:1
- Common procedures include lithotripsy, cystoscopy, and TURP/TURBT
- Medications administered include Fentanyl, Versed, and Dilaudid
- Day shift schedule of 7a-7p, 3 days per week for 36 hours
- Uses Epic EMR system
- On-call required, including one weekday shift from 7p-11p and weekend on-call no more than every 6th Saturday/Sunday 7a-7p
- Surgical scrubs provided
- Active KY or Compact RN license
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 2 years of PACU RN experience required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (ASN) required
- Pre-op experience preferred
- Pre/post-anesthesia or circulator experience preferred
- Skilled in IV insertion, sedation administration, trach care, and CBI
- Ability to read telemetry and titrate medications
- Deliver patient- and family-centered care with a focus on safe, quality outcomes
- Perform patient assessments and reassessments, developing and implementing individualized care plans
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and coordinate patient/family education
- Serve as a mentor or preceptor to licensed and non-licensed staff
- Delegate tasks appropriately while supporting teamwork and quality improvement initiatives
- Participate in regulatory compliance and practice governance activities
These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.
Pay
$2,216/wk
Assignment Total (13 Weeks)
$28,808
Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)
$115,232
Weekly Wages
$900/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 36 hours/wk = $900
Weekly Stipends
$1,316/wk
Lodging
$120.00 x 7 days = $840
Meals & Incidentals
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$2,216/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,041 - $2,216. The $2,216 weekly pay shown in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range. Weekly travel pay includes tax-free stipends per IRS guidelines. Weekly local pay is fully taxable and therefore lower due to additional employer-paid taxes and related costs.
Facility
Facility details are only available for registered travelers.
Facility Information
Facility address requires login
Bed Count
--
Setting
--
--
--
EMR
--
Teaching Facility
--
American Traveler Benefits
View All
Health
Day 1
Day 1
401k with match
Opt In
...and many more!
View All
Why American Traveler?
Unmatched Support and Transparency
Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency.
Empowering Technology
Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control.
Exceptional Pay and Benefits
Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind.
Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise
Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.
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