Travel Registered Nurse PACU Job

Job Overview

Employer: TLC Nursing Associates, Inc.

Responsibilities

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide specialized post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. The ideal candidate will monitor patient conditions, manage pain, and ensure a smooth transition from the operating room to full consciousness and stability.

Qualifications

• Monitor and assess post-anesthesia patients for signs of complications
• Administer pain management medications and IV therapy as needed
• Ensure airway patency and oxygenation in recovering patients
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient recovery progress
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols

Benefits

• Active RN license (state-specific or compact)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU, ICU, or critical care experience
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Strong critical thinking and rapid assessment skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Job Description

Are you a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) looking to elevate your career with a captivating travel healthcare assignment in Saint Helena, California? In this 13-week opportunity, you will immerse yourself in the vibrant healthcare landscape of California while delivering top-notch patient care in a PACU setting. Your specialized skills in PACU will be put to the test as you provide post-operative care, monitor vital signs, and ensure the safe transition of patients from surgery to recovery. As a dedicated travel nurse in Saint Helena, California, you will have the chance to work alongside a dynamic team of healthcare professionals, gaining invaluable experience and expanding your professional network. Your commitment to excellence and compassionate patient care will make a real difference in the lives of those you serve. At TLC Nursing, we take pride in our nurse-founded organization that offers round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing. We understand the unique challenges and rewards of travel nursing and are here to support you every step of the way. **Benefits:** - Best in the Industry Pay Packages - $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire - Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law) - 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years - Aflac – Available for employee purchase - Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals - EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and embark on a rewarding travel healthcare assignment as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) in the picturesque Saint Helena, California, we invite you to apply today. Join us in making a difference in healthcare, one patient at a time.