Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,180 per week

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel RN - PACU | 6-Week Assignment | 4x10s | Start 8/10/2026

Immediate PACU Travel Opportunity! Join a fast-paced surgical team and provide exceptional post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from procedures and anesthesia. We're seeking experienced PACU Registered Nurses who thrive in perioperative settings and are comfortable floating between pre-op, post-op, and Phase I PACU areas.

Position Overview

The Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse is responsible for monitoring and caring for patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures. The PACU RN assesses vital signs, level of consciousness, pain management needs, and potential complications while ensuring a safe recovery and transition through the post-operative process.

Assignment Details

• Specialty: RN - PACU
• Assignment Type: Travel
• Start Date: August 10, 2026
• Contract Length: 6 Weeks
• Schedule: 4 x 10-Hour Shifts
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Shift: 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
• Charting System: Epic
• Interview Process: Phone screen with Unit Manager

Important Assignment Requirements

✅ Must be able to start on 8/10/2026
✅ Must be available 8/10 through 8/14 with no requested time off during that period
✅ Must be willing to float within:

• Pre-Op
• Post-Op
• Phase I PACU

Compensation

Estimated Weekly Pay Package: $2,180

• Meals Stipend: $500/week
• Housing Stipend: $800/week

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and sedation
• Assess and document vital signs, airway status, and level of consciousness
• Identify and respond to adverse reactions or post-operative complications
• Administer medications and pain management interventions as ordered
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Provide patient and family education regarding post-operative recovery
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR

Minimum Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of practice
• Current ACLS certification
• Current PALS certification (per facility requirements)
• Current CPR certification (if applicable)
• TB Questionnaire, PPD, or Chest X-Ray (if required)
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulations)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Preferred Experience

• PACU experience
• Pre-Operative nursing experience
• Post-Operative nursing experience
• Phase I Recovery experience
• Experience with Epic charting preferred

If you're a skilled PACU RN looking for a rewarding short-term assignment with competitive compensation and a supportive surgical team, apply today!

About Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.