Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,251 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/19/2026

About the Position

Job Opportunity – PACU Registered Nurse (Night Shift) – Ohio

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week, 2:1 patient ratio. Includes weekend and holiday coverage. 1-2 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule. No call required at this time.

Highlights:

• Work in a 20-bed PACU unit serving adult and geriatric populations
• Phase I PACU experience with diverse case mix including cardiac, neuro, ortho, general surgery, bariatrics, and more
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, lift teams, and pharmacy
• 36-hour paid orientation to ensure smooth transition
• First-time travelers welcome with minimum 2 years of experience
• Trauma Level I experience preferred

Requirements:

• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Charting system experience required
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Proficiency in multiple PACU competencies including conscious sedation, dysrhythmia management, care of ventilated patients, central line management, blood product administration, IV vasopressors, PCA pump management, and reversal agents
• Experience with nerve blocks, epidural management, malignant hyperthermia protocol, and external ventricular drains preferred
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal supervisor)
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a high-acuity PACU environment with excellent interdisciplinary support and a wide variety of surgical specialties. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex post-anesthesia patients while enjoying predictable scheduling with minimal weekend requirements. The facility welcomes first-time travelers and provides comprehensive orientation to ensure your success from day one.

Important Compliance Information:

• Ohio fingerprinting must be completed immediately upon contract signing
• Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions
• Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location as soon as possible after booking
• Former employees are eligible after 6 months away from the facility
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• PACU
• RN - PACU - Acute A
• RN – PACU - Acute Self-Assessment