Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,070 to $2,270 per week in Gilbert, AZ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Gilbert, AZ
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,070 to $2,270 per week
Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Gilbert, Arizona, 85233!

Registered Nurse – PACU | Gilbert, AZ | 13 Weeks Contract

The PACU is where patients wake up, recover, and begin the next step of their surgical journey. It takes a strong clinical eye, calm decision-making, and a whole lot of compassion to make those first moments after anesthesia safe and comfortable.

We’re seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – PACU to join a dedicated perioperative team in Gilbert, AZ.

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse – PACU
• Location: Gilbert, AZ
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Day Shift
• Schedule: 4×10
• Experience Required: 2 Years
• Weekly Pay: $2,070 to $2,270

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical or procedural interventions
• Perform comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments, including airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and pain status
• Continuously monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, cardiac rhythm, level of consciousness, and other clinical indicators
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and post-anesthesia complications
• Provide airway management, oxygen therapy, and respiratory support as clinically indicated
• Administer medications, IV fluids, pain-management therapies, and other treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols
• Monitor patients for bleeding, respiratory depression, hypotension, arrhythmias, nausea, vomiting, and other post-operative complications
• Assess and manage post-operative pain and nausea and evaluate patient response to interventions
• Communicate patient condition and recovery progress with surgeons, anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and other perioperative professionals
• Determine patient readiness for transfer or discharge according to established PACU criteria
• Provide patients and families with appropriate post-operative education and discharge instructions
• Assist with emergency interventions, rapid responses, and patient stabilization when required
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized recovery environment
• Follow infection prevention, medication safety, HIPAA, and patient safety standards

Qualifications

• Active Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit experience
• Current BLS Certification required
• Current ACLS Certification required
• PALS Certification preferred or required by facility
• Strong knowledge of post-anesthesia assessment, recovery, and patient monitoring
• Experience with airway management, cardiac monitoring, pain management, and emergency interventions
• Strong understanding of anesthesia-related complications and post-operative care
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Excellent clinical judgment, critical-thinking, and assessment skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced perioperative environment

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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