Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,885 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position in Chattanooga, TN, requiring at least 1 year of ICU/PACU experience and an active TN or compact RN license.

Details

• 16-bed PACU unit staffed exclusively by RNs with no unit secretaries or techs
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Bedside monitors and A-lines are the primary equipment used
• Documentation system: Meditech
• 12-hour day shifts, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, with call rotations
• No floating required

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA or ARC accepted; no certifications expiring within the first 30 days of the start date)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU or ICU experience required
• ICU skill set 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

• Anesthesia leads intubation procedures; RNs provide supportive care during the process
• OAS CAHPS patient experience standards are observed on this unit
• CCRN and CAPA certifications are preferred but not required
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• This is a 13-week travel assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-729488. 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.