Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,268 per week (Hiring Immediately)

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Murphysboro, Illinois. 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 Employment Type: Travel PACU Registered Nurse - Travel RN Assignment in Murphysboro, Illinois Travel PACU Registered Nurse opportunity in Murphysboro, IL 62966. Join a collaborative Post Anesthesia Care Unit team in welcoming southern Illinois, where a friendly small-town atmosphere and access to nearby outdoor recreation make for an appealing place to work and live. Support surgical recovery and make an impact every shift. Job Details Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN) Location: Murphysboro, Illinois Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour day shifts Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020 - $2,130 Environment: 15-bay PACU with a team-oriented, well-organized surgical recovery setting Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse license in Illinois, or the ability to obtain one before the start date At least 1 year of PACU nursing, perioperative nursing, or acute care nursing experience Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to recognize post-anesthesia changes quickly Comfort working in a fast-paced surgical recovery unit and healthcare environment Ability to participate in primary and backup call rotation, including weekends as scheduled Excellent communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care for patients recovering from anesthesia in the PACU Monitor vital signs, pain levels, airway status, and overall post-operative recovery Support safe patient flow through the Post Anesthesia Care Unit and collaborate with the perioperative team Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately Follow PACU standards, nursing protocols, and patient safety best practices Maintain a calm, reassuring presence for patients and families during recovery Participate in scheduled call coverage as assigned Apply now to explore this travel nursing job in Murphysboro, Illinois, and join a supportive PACU healthcare team today. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 511847. 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: PACU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386