Travel PACU RN - $1,885 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring 2 years of experience, prior travel experience, and AHA BLS/ACLS certifications.

Details

• Phase I PACU setting within an inpatient hospital environment
• Day shift schedule, 4x10-hour shifts (8:00–18:00)
• 13-week contract
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• On-call required with rotating weekend and holiday call coverage
• Handles a wide range of surgical cases including General, ENT, Gyn, Neuro, Neuro/Spine, Ortho, Ortho/Total Joints, Plastics, Urology, Thoracic, and Robotics
• Performs or manages procedures including airway assessment, arterial line management, chest tube management, central line care, PICC line care, IV therapy, blood product administration, and procedural sedation monitoring
• Administers and monitors medications including antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, antihypertensives, IV vasopressors, narcotics/opioid analgesics, and emergency medications
• Experience with various anesthesia types including general, spinal, epidural, conscious sedation, MAC, nerve blocks, and local
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only); PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of PACU nursing experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Two supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility's service area; local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• General orientation begins on Sundays with online computer-based learning (CBL) modules averaging 4–5 hours; orientation is non-billable
• Contract nurses are expected to actively support nursing student clinical education alongside their standard patient care responsibilities
• Drug test must be completed within 12–14 calendar days prior to the start date; candidates should have no prior engagements during this window and must be willing to return for a second lab visit if needed
• Fit testing is required; facial hair must be trimmed or removed per CDC guidelines — refusal may result in cancellation
• RTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-734799. 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.