Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op in Ottumwa, IA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Ottumwa, IA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – PACU (Travel Contract)

Location

Ottumwa, Iowa

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Onsite | Days (7:30 AM – 6:00 PM) | 40 Guaranteed Hours per Week | Projected Start: 06/29/2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care to a diverse patient population including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Monitor and manage recovery of approximately 30–35 surgical cases per shift in a fast-paced PACU environment
• Utilize Meditech EHR for accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments and care
• Participate in self-scheduling rotation including approximately one weekday per week and one weekend shift every 3–4 weeks
• Float minimally as needed, including occasional assignments to medical/surgical as a sitter following required training

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in good standing
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in an acute care facility
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Demonstrated experience with C-Section patient care
• Proficiency or ability to quickly adapt to Meditech EHR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior travel nursing experience in a PACU or perioperative setting
• Experience caring for a broad patient population spanning pediatric through geriatric age groups

Why Join Us

• Work within a well-established regional health center offering a wide range of surgical and specialty services in a supportive team environment
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week with a defined 13-week contract and a projected start date providing ample time to plan your assignment