Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,666 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Issaquah, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline : RN Start Date : 10 / 27 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 10 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking a PACU / PreOp RN with at least one year of PACU experience, including pediatric exposure, for a busy surgical center in Washington. Responsibilities Work in an acute care PACU / PreOp unit with 12 beds covering Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery Patient population includes both adults and pediatric cases Common procedures include ortho, totals, ENT, septoplasty, TNA, fractures, sports med, shoulder / knee scopes, and spinal surgeries Nurse to patient ratios are 1 : 2 in Phase 1 and 1 : 3 in Phase 2 Shifts are 10 or 12 hours, with schedules set as 4 / 10’s or 3 / 12’s; start times and days may vary as needed No call, holiday, or weekend requirements, though flexibility in coverage may be needed Electronic charting is performed using the SIS EMR system Pre-Op assignments may be given based on experience and departmental needs PACU RNs are responsible for patient discharge, education, and post-operative monitoring Pre-Op responsibilities may include patient intake, obtaining vital signs, IV starts, changing, and preparing patients for surgery Daily duties include room turnover, stocking, crash cart checks, and supporting departmental flow 3 days of unit orientation are provided, and first-time travelers are welcome if able to work independently after orientation Scrubs are provided; personal or paper caps may be used in the OR, and street clothes may be worn on arrival Manager and charge nurses are present and support hands-on patient care and departmental needs Requirements Active WA or compact RN license required Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required Minimum of 1 year recent PACU experience required; pediatric experience strongly preferred Proficiency in IV starts and with tele monitoring (ability to recognize lethal rhythms using 3-lead telemetry) Ability to provide care for both adult and pediatric surgical patients 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 American Traveler Job ID P-622836. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - PACU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.