Travel PACU RN - $2,497 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring 2 years of PACU or ICU experience and ACLS/BLS certifications.

Details

• Work in the PACU of a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• High acuity patient population age 12 and older in a fast-paced environment
• Receives patients from varied areas post-procedure after sedation, both outpatient and inpatient
• Unstable ICU patients admitted directly to the unit
• Performs specialized procedures including TEE, cardioversion, epidural block placement, and lumbar injections
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Uses Epic charting system
• Day shift, 4x10 hours (5:30am-4:00pm), including Saturdays with variable days off
• Weekend requirement unless otherwise posted
• On-call responsibilities required
• Floating within hospital required; no floating to sister hospitals
• No block scheduling accommodations unless otherwise specified

Requirements

• Active WA RN license or compact license required
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required; CCRN and CPI preferred
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience, or 2 years of ICU experience (CVICU or SICU) from a Level II Trauma facility or larger with willingness to train into PACU
• Level II Trauma experience required; Level I Trauma and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Relias EKG certification required
• Strong ICU or PACU experience required for first-time traveler consideration

Additional Information

• Provide post-anesthesia care to a high acuity surgical patient population
• Prior UW staff must have a minimum 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• RTO should be kept to a minimum and cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks or orientation week
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• First-time travelers considered with strong ICU or PACU experience
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• Scrubs provided for OR personnel; any color accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-738953. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.