Travel PACU Nurse - $2,136 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

PACU Registered Nurse

Location

Hilo, HI

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Rotating Shifts (Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends/Holidays) | Onsite | Shifts vary between 8, 10, and 12 hours across ASU and PACU units; no guarantee of hours or shift preference; on-call required 0–3 times per month (8-hour nights and 24-hour weekends/holidays)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery settings
• Monitor patients post-anesthesia, including assessment of incision sites, body temperature, and indicators of stability or complications
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of anesthesiology and post-anesthesia patient care
• Utilize critical care skills to identify and respond to potential complications following surgery
• Operate unit equipment including Meditech, PCA Pumps, Pyxis, Braun IV Pumps, Cryocuff, SCDs, Bair PAWS Warmers, HP Monitors, and Phillips Monitors

Required Qualifications

• Active State of Hawaii RN license required by assignment start date; candidates without a current Hawaii license must apply upon acceptance of offer
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience, or 2+ years of critical care RN experience (ER or ICU) in a hospital setting may be accepted as a substitute
• Valid BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
• Valid professional RN license within the state of practice
• Proof of flu vaccination or a facility-approved medical or religious exemption required prior to contract start date

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) credential from the American Heart Association recommended and may be required for certain positions
• Specialty-related certifications such as NIHSS or TNCC preferred and may be required for specific roles
• Background in critical care and surgical nursing

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic PACU environment with exposure to both ASU and PACU units
• Gain experience utilizing a broad range of advanced clinical equipment and technology in a hospital setting

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #746852. 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: Registered Nurse - PACU

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others