Nursing - PACU

PACU Travel Nurse Opportunity

Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a PACU for a temporary assignment in Hilo, Hawaii. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend.

Responsibilities for a PACU:

• Provide care for patients in pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery settings • Demonstrate advanced knowledge of anesthesiology and post-anesthesia patient care • Assess incision sites, monitor body temperature, and track indicators of patient stability or complications • Apply critical care skills to evaluate and manage post-surgical patients • Operate and utilize unit equipment including Meditech, PCA Pumps, Pyxis, Braun IV Pumps, Cryocuff, SCDs, Bair PAWS Warmers, HP Monitors, and Phillips Monitors • Maintain valid BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association • Maintain a valid professional license within the state of practice • Hold or obtain a Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) credential from the American Heart Association as recommended or required • Obtain and maintain other specialty-related certifications as required (e.g., NIHSS, TNCC) • Work shifts varying between 8, 10, and 12 hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays across ASU and PACU units • Fulfill on-call shift requirements of 0-3 times per month, including 8-hour night and 24-hour weekend/holiday on-call shifts • Provide proof of flu vaccination or facility-approved medical or religious exception prior to contract start • Possess or obtain an active State of Hawaii license prior to start of assignment • Arrive in advance of start date to complete employee health clearance appointment

Benefits for a PACU:

• Weekly pay every Friday
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (matching)
• Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
• Referral Bonus up to $1,500