Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,290 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/16/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: Registered Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Duration: 13 Weeks

Location:
1000 Johnson Ferry Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30342

Schedule:

• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Varies
• 3 x 12-hour shifts
• 36 hours/week

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of recent PACU experience within the specialty.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Current AHA ACLS certification required.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required.
• Experience with Cerner EMR preferred/required.
• No local candidates within 50 miles .

Unit Information

• Department: PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit)
• Unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week .
• Holiday call coverage is required.
• Cares for higher-acuity post-operative patients.
• Unit is supported by a Charge Nurse and Nursing Supervisor .

Patient Population / Surgical Specialties

• Thoracic Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Neurology
• Vascular Surgery
• Urology
• General Surgery

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgical procedures.
• Perform immediate post-operative assessments, including airway management, neurological status, pain evaluation, and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, oxygenation, and overall patient stability during the recovery phase.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, blood products, and pain management therapies according to physician orders.
• Identify and respond promptly to post-operative complications, including respiratory distress, bleeding, cardiac events, and altered neurological status.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe patient recovery.

Talent Burst Job ID #26-23537. 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: Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.