Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,981 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position at a Level 1 Trauma Center requiring 2+ years of PACU experience and an active IN or Compact RN license.

Details

• Phase I PACU unit within a Level 1 Trauma Center, open and staffed 24/7
• Receives patients from all surgical specialties except open heart surgery, which goes directly to the ICU
• Average daily census of 65-85 patients
• Cares for a high-acuity patient population including neuro, ortho, PV, thoracic, urology, gyn, plastics, and pediatric surgical patients
• Handles intubated and ventilated patients requiring respiratory care
• Day shift schedule with options including 3x12s or 4x12s (11:00-23:30) or 4x10s (11:00-21:30)
• Call requirement of approximately 12-24 hours within a 6-week schedule block
• Required to work or take call on any holiday occurring during the contract, including 1 holiday shift
• 100% floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals
• Cerner charting system used

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license required (must be in hand prior to start, or temporary license may be obtainable once permanent application is submitted)
• BLS, ACLS required; PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
• Level 1 Trauma Center experience required
• ICU/PCU experience preferred
• Cerner charting experience required
• Experience with surgical services including neuro, ortho, PV, thoracic, urology, gyn, plastics, intubated patients, and peds
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Nursing degree must be from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE
• 2 supervisor references required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide post-anesthesia care to a high-acuity, fast-paced surgical patient population in a large hospital setting
• Must be comfortable working in a large, fast-paced facility with many critical care patients, especially neuro cases
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Any former permanent or PRN employee of the health system must be separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Current or past travelers with 12 months of accrued travel employment within the health system must take a designated consecutive break to reset eligibility: 3 months for out-of-state residents or 6 months for in-state residents
• RTO of 5 days or less (non-holiday) can be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Indiana residents are considered local and may be offered a lower, in-state pay rate for this Surgical Services position
• Effective 11/30/24, IN-licensed RNs are restricted from working at this facility, though PACU and other Periop/OR positions are exempt from this rule

American Traveler Job ID #P-726570. 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: Travel RN - PACU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.