Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,016 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Louisville, Kentucky

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse at a top academic medical center located in downtown Louisville, KY (zip code 40202). This travel nursing opportunity offers competitive pay and the chance to work in a vibrant healthcare setting. Louisville is a premier destination for Kentucky nursing jobs, known for its rich history, culinary scene, and scenic parks along the Ohio River.

Estimated Weekly Salary

Weekly Salary Range : $1680 - $1800

Travel Nursing Job Details

Job Title : PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing

Specialty : Perianesthesia Care (PACU)

Location : Louisville, Kentucky 40202

Healthcare Facility : Academic Medical Center, 2nd Floor PACU

Unit Size : 18 beds

Assignment Start Date : October 27, 2025

Assignment End Date : January 26, 2026

Contract Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : 7 : 30pm – 8 : 00am (12 Hour Night Shifts)

Hours per Week : 36 (Guaranteed)

Weekend / Call : As needed per department

Float : PACU only

Dress Code : Surgical scrubs provided

PACU RN Qualifications

Active Kentucky RN license (Registered Nurse)

Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nursing experience

At least 3 years of ICU / Critical Care nursing experience

Required certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale

Proficient in ventilator management, medication drips, arterial line management, lumbar / EVD drains, and dysrhythmia identification

Strong critical thinking, reliability, independence, and teamwork skills

Transplant nursing experience (kidney and pancreas) preferred

PACU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care to patients from general surgery, neurology, vascular, transplant, and other specialties

Monitor and manage patients using advanced clinical equipment (ventilators, Alaris pumps, EKG machines)

Follow ASPAN guidelines for patient ratios and acuity

Perform initial recovery with 1 : 1 patient care during rotation

Manage medication drips, arterial lines, lumbar / EVD drains, and identify cardiac dysrhythmias

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes

Advocate for patients and maintain accountability for nursing care

Join our healthcare team in Louisville and take your nursing career to the next level with this rewarding travel PACU RN job. Apply now to secure your spot in Kentucky's thriving medical community!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #411722. 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 : PACU

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

learn more.