Travel RN - PACU

American Traveler; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 96,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Day 1 benefits

401k with match

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Level I Trauma-experienced PACU RN for a 13-week assignment in Philadelphia, PA. Requires PA or compact RN licensure, ACLS/BLS/PALS/TNCC, and on-call availability. Day shifts 3x12 hours with potential cross-facility float.

Travelers commonly receive stipends and benefits; local radius requirements may apply. Start date around Oct 5, 2026, with an anticipated 13-week duration.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of Critical Care or PACU experience required.
• Level I Trauma experience and ICU background required.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• SICU/MICU/CTICU experience preferred.
• Active RN license PA or compact required at consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care in pre-op and post-op settings.
• Work in PACU unit of Level I Trauma teaching hospital.
• Manage patient care with 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• On-call shifts: 2 weekdays and 1 weekend within 6-week cycle.

Education

RN license PA or compact

ACLS

BLS

PALS

TNCC

Tools

Cerner Aecis Surgi Net

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Travel RN - PACU

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

On Hold

Start Date

Oct 5, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

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.

High

The facility is nearing maximum submissions. Apply soon before it closes

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Level I Trauma-experienced PACU RN for a 13-week assignment requiring PA or compact RN licensure and on-call availability.

Details

• Work in the PACU unit of a Level I Trauma teaching hospital
• Patient population includes both adults and pediatrics
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Day shift schedule of 3x12 hours (6:00am-6:30pm pre-op or 8:00am-8:30pm post-op)
• On-call requirements include 2 weekday on-call shifts and 1 weekend 12-hour on-call shift within a 6-week schedule, including 1 summer and 1 winter holiday on-call
• Possible floating to Tabor GI or pain center if needed
• Uses Cerner Aecis Surgi Net charting system
• Scrubs are provided

Requirements

• Active RN license (PA or compact) required at time of consideration
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Critical Care or PACU required
• Level I Trauma experience and ICU background required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• SICU, MICU, and CTICU experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Valid references and copies of certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide perioperative nursing care to surgical patients in pre-op and post-op settings
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated
• RTO must be submitted at time of consideration; RTO requested after submission will not be accepted
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius to qualify for local rate differential
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

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

$2,324/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$30,212

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$120,848

Weekly Wages

$756/wk

Regular Hours

$21.00 x 36 hours/wk = $756

Weekly Stipends

$1,568/wk

Lodging

$156.00 x 7 days = $1,092

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,324/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,115 - $2,324. The $2,324 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.

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