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Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia CareFirst Connect Health • Racine, WI, US
Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

First Connect Health • Racine, WI, US
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Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Racine, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline : RN
  • Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025
  • Duration : 13 weeks
  • 38 hours per week
  • Shift : 10 hours, days
  • Employment Type : Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

JOB ID : (ASC-40134)

Location :  Racine, WI

Department : Perioperative Care Anc 001 (27530)

Region : Wisconsin

Job Type : Long Term Assignment (LTA)

Role Summary : Critical Care in Recovery

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable PACU Registered Nurse to cover a critical staffing need at All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin. This role involves providing specialized, critical-level care to immediate post-operative and post-procedure patients as they emerge from anesthesia. The PACU RN is responsible for intensive monitoring, pain management, and stabilization across various surgical specialties.

Assignment Details

  • Reason for Requisition : Short Staffed / Open FTEs
  • Start Date : September 21, 2025
  • End Date : December 20, 2025 (13 Weeks)
  • Open Positions : 1

    • Shift, Schedule, and Requirements

    This assignment requires a high degree of flexibility and commitment to the variable schedule and on-call rotation.

    Schedule & Shift Pattern

  • Primary Shift Times : Primarily 10-hour shifts, which may be 05 : 30 - 16 : 00 or 07 : 30 - 18 : 00 .
  • Shift Variability : Start times are variable with surgical volume and may include a 10 : 00 start time on occasion.
  • On-Call Required : Yes .

    • Weekday Call : 1 night per week, covering 20 : 00 - 07 : 30 .

  • Weekend Call : Rotating schedule, typically Every 4th - 5th weekend .

    • Saturday : 06 : 30 - 06 : 30 (24-hour shift)

  • Sunday : 19 : 00 - 06 : 30
  • Holidays : As needed, rotating with the regular staff.

    • Required Skills and Certifications

  • Experience : Minimum one (1) year of recent PACU or Pre-op / PACU experience.
  • Required Certifications : BLS, ACLS, and PALS (Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
  • Charting System : Experience with EPIC is required.

    • Core PACU Responsibilities

  • Patient Stabilization : Manage immediate post-operative patients recovering from general, regional, and local anesthesia, maintaining a patent airway and hemodynamic stability.
  • Assessment & Monitoring : Perform frequent, rapid, and thorough assessments of patients' respiratory, cardiac, neurological, and pain status.
  • Intervention : Implement emergent interventions promptly, including managing potential complications like hypoxemia, hemorrhage, hypotension, and malignant hyperthermia.
  • Pain Management : Administer IV fluids, blood products, and analgesic medications (including titration) according to physician orders and established protocols.
  • Discharge : Determine patient readiness for discharge to the next phase of care (Phase II recovery, inpatient unit, or home) using approved criteria.
  • Floating Requirement : Must be willing to float onsite within skill set (e.g., Pre-op, possibly other critical care units if applicable) or to other Ascension sites within a 40-mile radius if needed.

    • JOB ID : (ASC-40134)

    About First Connect Health

    At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

    By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

    But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because :

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency : We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits : We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice : Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support : Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

    • When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

    Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus
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