Travel Registered Nurse PACU Job

Overview Registered Nurse - PACU Burlington, Vermont, United States Start date: 08/10/2026 | Duration: 16 weeks | Weekly pay: $2,290–$2,361 per week | Shift: 3x12-hour rotating | Setting: Hospital (travel assignment) This travel assignment is for a PACU-focused RN role within a high-volume procedural environment. The position requires adult and pediatric experience in prep and recovery for procedural areas, including Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology. EPIC experience within the past two years is required. Some on-call coverage may be required. This assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC. Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,290–$2,361 per week
• Contract duration: 16 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour rotating shifts
• Start date: 08/10/2026
• Work setting: Hospital, procedural/post-anesthesia care unit
• On-call requirements: Some on-call expected

Responsibilities

• Provide prep and recovery care for procedural areas, including Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology
• Monitor and stabilize patients in PACU/CVU, including adults and pediatrics; manage vitals, pain, and airway as needed
• Administer medications per physician orders and hospital policy; document care and interventions in the electronic health record (EPIC)
• Collaborate with anesthesia, cardiology/interventional teams, and nursing staff to ensure safe, timely patient disposition
• Maintain patient safety, infection control, and continuity of care from PACU through discharge from the procedural area
• On-call coverage may be required as part of the assignment

Requirements

• Active RN license in good standing; Graduation from an accredited RN program
• Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience; prior travel experience preferred
• Recent trauma 1 experience in a large teaching facility (500+ beds) required
• Adult and pediatric PACU experience; prep and recover for procedural areas (Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology)
• EPIC experience within the past 2 years
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS

Benefits and Support

• Bi-weekly orientation on Mondays
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
• EPIC/EHR access refresh and onboarding assistance as needed

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