Travel PreOp / PACU Registered Nurse - $2,344 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline : RN Start Date : ASAP Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, flexible Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring at least 1.5 years of experience and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Responsibilities Work in the PreOp-PACU unit of a hospital The unit includes 24 Pre-Op / Phase 2 beds and 19 PACU beds Care for patients ranging from infants to geriatrics, including ambulatory, elective, trauma, and acute care cases Patient ratios vary : Pre-Op 1 : 2-3, PACU 1 : 1 or 1 : 2, Phase 2 1 : 2-4, depending on acuity and patient needs Supportive team with CNAs, charge nurses, phlebotomy / lab support, IV / VAT team, resource nurses, respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and anesthesia / CRNA Use of Epic for charting; Omnicell for medication management Orientation includes a weeklong introduction with one day in each department (PreOp, PACU, Phase II, Endo) 12-hour variable shifts (days : varies between 0500-2300 or nights : 1830-0700 with three consecutive shifts for nights) Floating may be required within PreOp, PACU, Endo prep and discharge, and Phase 2 according to scope of practice Weekend and call rotation required : weekend call every three weeks; response time is 15 minutes with sleep room options Holiday coverage required as part of rotated on-call teams (approx. 2 holidays per year) Provide pre-op, PACU, and Phase II recovery care for a diverse patient population Assist with prepping and discharging endoscopy patients, but not intra-op endo cases Must be prepared to assist with patient boarding in the event of high hospital census Team includes ample support staff and resources for patient care All nurses are expected to manage their own lab draws with phlebotomist support available Scrub color is navy blue Free parking available in a parking garage No RTO will be considered during the first 3 weeks of August annually Facility is known to be traveler-friendly and offers renewal opportunities Requirements Active RN license in South Dakota or Compact state Completion of a board-approved nursing program Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required Critical care experience and competency with ICU cases, including hemodynamic drips and ventilated patients, required for night shift RNs Competency in IV insertion, ventilator care, epidural / PCA set up, blood product transfusions, and moderate sedation administration preferred Epic charting experience preferred; approval required if lacking Epic experience Comfort with pre-op, recovery, discharge, and caring for boarded patients if census is full First-time travelers will not be considered Must not reside within 100 miles of the facility location 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-599257. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.