Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,981 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position at a Level 1 Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and proficiency across multiple surgical specialties in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.

Details

• PACU unit within a large, Level 1 Trauma Center hospital
• Unit operates 24/7 and receives patients from all surgical specialties except open heart surgery
• Patient population includes neuro, ortho, peripheral vascular, thoracic, urology, GYN, plastics, urology, peds, and intubated patients
• High-acuity environment with an average daily census of 65–85 patients, with frequent critical care and neuro cases
• ICU/PCU background preferred
• Schedule is 3x12-hour shifts, 11:00 AM–11:30 PM
• On-call requirement of 12–24 hours per 6-week schedule block
• Holiday coverage required — candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during their contract
• Charting is performed in Cerner (experience required)
• Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital is required

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license in hand (or fingerprint application submitted)
• RN degree from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE at the time of graduation
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA and RQI formats accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
• Experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center required
• Experience across multiple surgical specialties required (neuro, ortho, peripheral vascular, thoracic, urology, GYN, plastics, peds, and intubated patients)
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR required
• Comfort working in a large, fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• 2 supervisor references required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates (Indiana residents) are accepted for this position at a reduced pay package
• Former permanent or PRN employees of IU Health must have a 12-month break before being eligible to apply as a traveler
• Current or past IU Health travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment within IU Health must take a consecutive break to reset eligibility: out-of-state residents require a 90-day break and in-state residents require a 180-day break
• Up to 5 days of RTO may be auto-approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-726570. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.