Travel RN - PACU

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position at a Level I Trauma Center in Phoenix, AZ, requiring a minimum of 1 year PICU or ICU experience plus 1 year of Phase I PACU experience in a mixed pediatric/adult setting. Requirements Active AZ RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand Required certifications (all must be in hand): ACLS, BLS, PALS, and an advanced trauma certification (TNCC, ATCN, or TCAR) Minimum of 1 year PICU or ICU experience AND 1 year of Phase I PACU experience in a mixed pediatric/adult PACU at a Level I Trauma facility - both are required (hard stop) Alternatively, candidates with a combination of pediatric and adult PACU experience in work history may be considered, provided both are present Level I Trauma Center experience required Proficiency in central line care/management, IV vasopressors, care of ventilated patients, chest tube management, and Malignant Hyperthermia Protocols Prior travel experience required Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Teaching hospital experience preferred Responsibilities Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:30) Mixed adult (70%) and pediatric (30%) PACU setting at a Level I Trauma Center Patient population spans neonates through geriatrics, including complex burn, trauma, and critical care cases 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio On-call requirement of 4-6 call shifts per 6-week schedule, with further details discussed during interview Weekend requirements are varied and will be discussed during interview Epic EMR - experience required No floating required This facility is the only burn center in Phoenix and manages highly acute pediatric and adult cases, including major burn injuries, complex trauma, and critically ill patients Nurses must be prepared and comfortable caring for pediatric patients across a wide range of scenarios on an as-needed basis - the volume of pediatric patients can fluctuate week to week Examples of expected case complexity include: Phase I recovery for a pediatric scald burn patient with 30%+ TBSA grafting, a 3-month-old post‑pyloric stenosis procedure, a pediatric tonsil rebleed, and simultaneous care of a vented pediatric ICU patient and an adult ICU post-op patient during on-call hours Teaching hospital experience is preferred First-time travelers are generally not accepted, though exceptions may be considered for candidates with exceptionally strong and well-rounded experience who meet all other requirements Labs must be completed within 48-72 hours of accepting an offer Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts Job ID: P-733269 Open Positions: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler