Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $1,872 per week in Charlotte, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Charlotte, NC
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $1,872 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 10 Weeks
Start Date: 9/14/2026

About the Position

Job Title: PACU Registered Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Day 5x8-Hour Hours per Shift: 8 hours (06:00 - 14:30; 07:30 - 16:00) Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required License: Valid nursing license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS Must-Have: - Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role - Experience in ambulatory/outpatient settings - Proficient in starting and maintaining IVs - Knowledge in pre/post-operative care including discharge instructions, medication reconciliation, and obtaining operative/procedural consent - Understanding of malignant hyperthermia protocol and pain assessment and management Description: We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The position requires caring for patients recovering from anesthesia. The average daily census is 40 patients, with a total of 9 rooms/beds available. The nurse will work a mix of two shifts, preparing for patient intake and administering post-operative care. No call requirement is needed for this position. Candidates should be open to floating to other facilities if necessary. Weekend work is not required. The nurse will encounter a diverse patient population, including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Some common procedures may include tonsillectomy, cataract extraction, and management of pediatric patients. Candidates must demonstrate competencies in airway assessment and the placement of oral/nasal airways. Candidates will participate in follow-up phone calls and obtaining EKGs as necessary. Emergency medication management experience is preferred. Successful candidates must pass all required testing prior to the start of the position.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam