Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,696 per week in Berkeley, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Berkeley, CA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,696 per week
Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 12/14/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Berkeley, California, 94705!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: PACU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day 4x10-Hour Hours per Shift: 10 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required License: Current RN License Certifications: ACLS, BLS Must-Have: - Previous Charge Experience preferred - Experience with inpatient, Phase I PACU - Knowledge of various medical procedures and equipment in the PACU setting Description: PACU/Same Day Surgery RN needed for a dynamic nursing environment. This position may require occasional on-call shifts with variable start times between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. The staff nurse is responsible and accountable for the overall management of nursing care provided to patients, ensuring competent, compassionate, and cost-effective care from admission to discharge. The role includes assuring the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of patients while performing disease prevention and restorative measures. The position involves responding to medical and environmental emergencies as needed. Job responsibilities include: Providing competent, compassionate, and cost-effective patient care in accordance with nursing objectives and standards of care. Planning and coordinating the delivery of care to maximize efficiency and safety for patients. Serving as a liaison between nursing and medical staff to facilitate a collaborative approach to patient care. Coordinating involvement of the patient, physician, family, and other health team members to manage patient care effectively. Setting priorities and directing emergency interventions in a calm and efficient manner. The nurse will exercise clinical judgment and critical thinking in all aspects of the nursing process and unit activities. Administering treatments and medications and performing nursing skills in a timely manner is crucial. Maintaining current knowledge of patient care status and monitoring the patient’s perception of care through clinical rounds is essential. The nurse will ensure physicians are informed of significant changes in the patient's condition. Ongoing assessment of the patient and family is required to include consideration of various factors affecting care. The nursing process must be individualized and goal-directed to meet all patient needs. Completing nursing assessments within 24 hours of admission and documenting relevant information is necessary. Evaluating the effectiveness of the patient care plan through observation and communication is part of the role. Modifications to the care plan are made as appropriate in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and other disciplines. The nurse will develop the patient's plan of care in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team. Documenting and communicating patient assessments, care plans, and outcomes is required. Care will include biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, and discharge needs. The position offers a rich opportunity to work within a dedicated team focused on patient-centered care while utilizing advanced nursing practices in the PACU environment.

About Cynet Health

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Requirements

Required for Onboarding

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

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