Travel Registered Nurse PACU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - PACU in Lancaster, PA, US. This travel temporary assignment in an acute care/perioperative setting starts on 08/18/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,449 to $2,560 per week with guaranteed 24 hours. Schedule options include M-F 08:00–16:30 or four 10-hour shifts 08:00–18:30. This role requires a BSN and operates within a hospital-level care environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,449–$2,560 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 24 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule options: M-F 08:00–16:30 or four 10-hour shifts 08:00–18:30
- Start date: 08/18/2026
- Work setting: acute care/perioperative environment

Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive post-anesthesia care in the PACU, monitoring airway, breathing, circulation, and overall patient stability
- Assess patient status, document vitals, and manage analgesia, nausea, and fluid balance
- Respond to changes in condition, escalate to anesthesia or surgical teams as needed, and implement appropriate interventions
- Collaborate with perioperative team to ensure safe handoffs, transfer, and discharge readiness
- Maintain accurate documentation of care, medications, and patient progress
- Maintain a patient-centered approach, ensuring safety, comfort, and timely recovery

Requirements
- Active PA or Compact license required upon submission
- BSN degree required
- ACLS and BLS certifications required upon submission
- Minimum 2+ years of Pre/Post PACU experience
- Ability to work in an acute care/perioperative environment

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours per week
- 13-week travel assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Local contract nursing program available
- Ongoing assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.