Travel RN - PACU - $1,858 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Outpatient Surgery (Preop & Postop) position in Austin, TX, requiring at least 1 year of Preop and Phase 2 Postop experience and IV start proficiency.

Details

• Outpatient Surgery unit (Preop & Phase 2 Postop) located on the 1st floor of a hospital in Austin, TX
• 16-bed unit staffed with up to 8 RNs on day shift and 4 RNs on evening shift
• Patient population includes a wide variety of surgical procedures, ranging from open heart surgeries to port placements and endoscopy
• Patient ratios are 2:1 in Preop and up to 3:1 in Phase 2 Postop
• Team nursing approach utilized in the Postop area
• 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week, with a combination of 5:30 AM–4:00 PM and 8:30 AM–7:00 PM shift times
• No weekend or on-call requirements
• EMR: Meditech (experience preferred)

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Preop and Phase 2 Postop nursing experience required
• Proficiency in IV insertion required
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include Preop patient preparation, Phase 2 recovery monitoring, discharge education, and discharging patients home
• Previous Meditech EMR experience is preferred
• Scrub color is navy blue; hospital OR scrubs are also an acceptable option
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• The ideal candidate is flexible, organized, efficient, and a strong team player

American Traveler Job ID #P-716019. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.