Travel RN - PACU
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Job summary
American Traveler Staffing Professionals in California is seeking an experienced PACU RN for a Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital. The role requires a CA RN license, BSN and high-acuity PACU experience.
You will recover complex surgical and ICU patients, support Phase I/II recovery, and use Epic charting. Day/evening 3x12 shifts with a 1:2 patient ratio and 13-week assignment.
Qualifications
- Active CA RN license required at time of submission.
- BSN required.
- AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
- CCRN and NIHSS certifications preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant inpatient PACU experience required.
- Teaching hospital experience required and must be reflected in employment history.
- Level I Trauma Center experience required; Level II preferred.
- Epic charting experience required.
- Community hospital and LTAC experience preferred.
- Previous charge experience preferred.
- 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration.
Responsibilities
- Work in the PACU unit of a Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital.
- Recover high-acuity patients including kidney transplant, craniotomy, transaortic valve replacement, spine surgery, ICU, and VATS cases.
- Provides Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery, and Pre-Post care.
- Day and evening shift options available (3x12 hours), including multiple start times.
- Patient ratio of 1:2 and Epic charting usage.
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Assignment Overview
Overview
Magnet Hospital
Posted 3 days ago
Shift
Days, 3x12hrs
Hours
36 hrs/wk
Start Date
Oct 6, 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
American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital, requiring a CA RN license, BSN, and high-acuity PACU experience.
- Work in the PACU unit of a Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital
- Recover high-acuity patients including kidney transplant, craniotomy, transaortic valve replacement, spine surgery, ICU, and VATS cases
- Provides Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery, and Pre-Post care
- Day and evening shift options available (3x12 hours), including 0630-1900, 0900-2100, 1000-2200, 1100-2330, or 1300-0130
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Uses Epic for charting
- May float to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius, subject to meeting job specifications
- Active CA RN license required at time of submission
- BSN required
- AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- CCRN and NIHSS certifications preferred
- Minimum 2 years of relevant inpatient PACU experience required
- Teaching hospital experience required and must be reflected in employment history
- Level I Trauma Center experience required; Level II preferred
- Epic charting experience required
- Community hospital and LTAC experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration
- Provide recovery care for complex surgical and ICU patient populations across multiple specialties including cardiac, neuro, vascular, transplant, and orthopedic cases
- Skilled in airway management, ventilator care, cardiac monitoring, and post-anesthesia recovery protocols
- Experience with a wide range of surgical case types including bariatrics, gynecology, ENT, urology, and thoracic procedures preferred
- Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed for rehire eligibility review
- All requested time off must be disclosed at time of consideration and approved by the manager; no additional time off requests accepted mid-contract, and none permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
- Travel pairs allowed but generally not placed on the same unit; married couples may not work together on the same unit
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
Overview
$2,327/wk
Assignment Total (13 Weeks)
$30,253
Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)
$121,012
Weekly Breakdown
Weekly Wages
$1,288/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 24 hours/wk = $600
OT Hours
$57.33 x 12 hours/wk = $688
Weekly Stipends
$1,039/wk
Lodging
$80.44 x 7 days = $563
Meals & Incidentals
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$2,327/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,094 - $2,327. The $2,327 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.
Facility
Facility details are only available for registered travelers.
Facility Information
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Bed Count
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Setting
--
--
--
EMR
--
Teaching Facility
--
American Traveler Benefits
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Day 1
401k with match
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…and many more!
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Why American Traveler?
Unmatched Support and Transparency
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Exceptional Pay and Benefits
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Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise
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Job ID: P-755107
$2,327/wk
Travel RN - PACU
$2,327/wk
Travel RN - PACU
Assignment Overview
Overview
Magnet Hospital
Posted 3 days ago
Shift
Days, 3x12hrs
Hours
36 hrs/wk
Start Date
Oct 6, 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
American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital, requiring a CA RN license, BSN, and high-acuity PACU experience.
- Work in the PACU unit of a Level I Trauma Center teaching hospital
- Recover high-acuity patients including kidney transplant, craniotomy, transaortic valve replacement, spine surgery, ICU, and VATS cases
- Provides Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery, and Pre-Post care
- Day and evening shift options available (3x12 hours), including 0630-1900, 0900-2100, 1000-2200, 1100-2330, or 1300-0130
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Uses Epic for charting
- May float to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius, subject to meeting job specifications
- Active CA RN license required at time of submission
- BSN required
- AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- CCRN and NIHSS certifications preferred
- Minimum 2 years of relevant inpatient PACU experience required
- Teaching hospital experience required and must be reflected in employment history
- Level I Trauma Center experience required; Level II preferred
- Epic charting experience required
- Community hospital and LTAC experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- 2 professional references from most recent employer required for consideration
- Provide recovery care for complex surgical and ICU patient populations across multiple specialties including cardiac, neuro, vascular, transplant, and orthopedic cases
- Skilled in airway management, ventilator care, cardiac monitoring, and post-anesthesia recovery protocols
- Experience with a wide range of surgical case types including bariatrics, gynecology, ENT, urology, and thoracic procedures preferred
- Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed for rehire eligibility review
- All requested time off must be disclosed at time of consideration and approved by the manager; no additional time off requests accepted mid-contract, and none permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
- Travel pairs allowed but generally not placed on the same unit; married couples may not work together on the same unit
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
Overview
$2,327/wk
Assignment Total (13 Weeks)
$30,253
Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)
$121,012
Weekly Breakdown
Weekly Wages
$1,288/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 24 hours/wk = $600
OT Hours
$57.33 x 12 hours/wk = $688
Weekly Stipends
$1,039/wk
Lodging
$80.44 x 7 days = $563
Meals & Incidentals
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$2,327/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,094 - $2,327. The $2,327 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.
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.
Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals.
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