Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,120 to $2,460 per week in Bangor, ME

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Bangor, ME
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $2,120 to $2,460 per week
Shift Information: Days
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 12/7/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Empower Professionals Inc. to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Bangor, Maine, 04401!

Location: Bangor, ME
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Specialty: PACU/Pre-Post Op
Shift: Days
Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Start: 12/7/2026
Experience Required: 3+ years

We are seeking an experienced PACU/Pre-Post Op Registered Nurse (RN) to join a hospital in Bangor, ME. In this role, you will provide expert perianesthesia nursing care across pre-operative preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, and Phase II discharge readiness. You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary surgical team dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments and prepare patients for surgical or procedural interventions
• Monitor patients emerging from anesthesia, assessing airway patency, hemodynamic stability, and level of consciousness
• Administer analgesics, antiemetics, and other post-operative medications per physician orders and unit protocols
• Identify and respond promptly to post-anesthesia complications such as respiratory depression, hypotension, or agitation
• Document nursing assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately in the electronic health record
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care instructions and discharge criteria
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and surgical team members to ensure seamless transitions of care

Pay range: $2,120 to $2,460 per week.

Travel PACU/Pre-Post Op RN package: $2,460/week (36 hours) = $36/hour taxable + up to $1,173/week in travel reimbursements if eligible under IRS tax-home and expense rules.

Local package: $59–$66/hour fully taxable ($2,120–$2,370/week for 36 hours).

Overtime paid in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour laws and the assignment agreement. Actual compensation varies based on hours worked, assignment terms and travel reimbursement eligibility.

About Empower Professionals Inc.

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, Empower Professionals Inc. is a privately owned, certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with more than 20 years of experience connecting skilled professionals with leading organizations. We serve clients across healthcare, pharma, financial services, energy and education, and we have built our reputation on accountability, transparency and long-term relationships. Travel nurses choose Empower because we treat every clinician as a partner, not a placement. Our recruiters take the time to understand your specialty, preferred locations and career goals, then match you with assignments that fit. We offer [competitive weekly pay, housing stipends, health/dental/vision benefits, 401(k), license reimbursement], along with [24/7 clinical support] and a dedicated recruiter who stays with you from your first submission to your final shift. We have placed N number clinicians in [specialties, e.g. ICU, ER, Med-Surg, L&D] roles across [states or regions]. Apply today and let Empower help you take the next step in your nursing career.

Requirements

• Active ME or Compact RN license
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications
• 3+ years of PACU/Pre-Post Op experience

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