Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,165 per week in Columbus, OH

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Rose International
Pay: $2,165 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 7/13/2026

About the Position

Summary: The Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse provides specialized postoperative care for patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures. This role includes evaluating recovery status, implementing individualized post-surgical care plans, administering ordered treatments, and collaborating with the surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe transitions of care. The PACU RN is responsible for maintaining patient safety and comfort during the recovery phase while applying advanced clinical judgment, effective communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: Receive patients from the operating room and perform comprehensive assessments of their immediate post-anesthesia condition Continuously monitor vital signs, neurological status, and overall recovery from anesthesia Administer medications and therapies in accordance with established post-anesthesia nursing protocols Assess and address patient comfort and safety needs throughout the recovery process Observe, document, and report patient responses, complications, and significant changes to the care team Respond quickly to emergencies using PACU guidelines, protocols, and nursing standards Accurately record assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical record system Develop and provide individualized education to patients and families, including discharge instructions and recovery expectations Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated postoperative care Participate in structured handoff communication between OR, PACU, and receiving units to maintain continuity of care Operate and manage PACU monitoring and support equipment, including ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors Complete additional responsibilities within scope of practice as assigned Follow all facility safety policies, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements Required Skills and Qualifications: Strong critical thinking abilities, commitment to service excellence, and effective communication skills Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English Ability to interpret written instructions, follow verbal directions, and use computer systems effectively Physical capability to remain stationary for extended periods, move throughout the unit, and lift or handle equipment weighing 50–100 lbs, including pushing, pulling, and bending Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team while maintaining professionalism Fine motor skills and coordination necessary for patient care and equipment operation Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment under pressure Capacity to work independently or with occasional supervision as needed Flexibility to adapt to changing patient volumes and schedules while maintaining attention to detail Adequate visual acuity and communication skills necessary for safe and effective clinical practice

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• PACU