Registered Nurse PACU

Job Title

Travel RN – PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Location

Richmond, VA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days, Rotating | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from surgical or procedural sedation
• Monitor and assess patient vital signs, airway status, and level of consciousness in the immediate post-operative period
• Administer medications, manage pain, and respond to changes in patient condition in a timely manner
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe patient transitions
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in accordance with facility protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the state of Virginia or compact licensure eligibility
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Prior PACU or post-anesthesia care experience
• Ability to work rotating day shifts as scheduled

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous travel nursing experience in a PACU or surgical setting
• Familiarity with a variety of surgical specialties and anesthesia recovery protocols
• Strong critical thinking and rapid assessment skills in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience in an acute care setting as a travel RN
• Work with a supportive staffing team dedicated to matching you with the right placement for your skills and career goals