Travel RN - PACU

American Traveler, LLC.; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a 13-week day shift assignment in Washington. The nurse must hold a WA state or compact RN license and BLS certification, with ACLS and PALS/PEARS due within specified timeframes. CPAN is preferred.

Acute care experience is favored, with at least one year preferred for specialty units. The role involves direct patient care in PACU, potential Charge Nurse duties, and EMR/paper documentation, with a 1.0 FTE equivalent schedule and a call-off option during

Qualifications

• Active WA license or compact RN required.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire; renewed every 2 years.
• PALS or PEARS within 6 months of hire; renewed every 2 years.
• CPAN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• PACU setting; post anesthesia care.
• Day shift; 13-week assignment length.
• Handle care planning, assessment, and documentation.
• May function as Charge Nurse; coordinate staff coverage.
• EMR or paper charting and adherence to Joint pathways.
• Complete orientation and annual Total Joint Program training.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure optimal outcomes.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring a WA or compact RN license and BLS certification.

Requirements

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• BLS (Healthcare Provider level, AHA or equivalent) required within 30 days of hire
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire, renewed every 2 years
• PALS or PEARS certification required within 6 months of hire, renewed every 2 years
• CPAN certification preferred
• Graduation from an accredited nursing school required
• Acute care RN experience preferred
• Minimum one year of RN experience preferred for specialty nursing departments

Responsibilities

• Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) setting
• Day shift schedule
• 13-week assignment length
• Up to 24 hours of facility call-off available at no cost during the assignment
• May cancel up to two shifts per month or up to six shifts within the 13-week assignment
• Functions as both direct caregiver and care manager, overseeing other nursing and non-nursing staff
• May be required to function as Charge Nurse, including patient assignment, coordinating staff coverage, and supporting problem-solving
• Responsible for patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and documentation via EMR or paper processes
• Required to complete 4 hours of orientation training and 4 hours of annual training for the Total Joint Program
• Follows total joint replacement care pathways based on area of specialty
• Works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs