Registered Nurse PACU

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring CA licensure and at least 2 years of PACU/ICU experience in a high acuity hospital setting.

Details

• Work in the PACU unit of a hospital setting
• Care for geriatric, adult, and adolescent patients from admission through discharge
• 13-week assignment with day shift schedule (4x10 hours), with start times of 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM
• No weekend shifts required
• Float to other campuses required if needed and census permits
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS, and PALS (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU RN experience required, preferably in a high acuity care hospital
• ICU experience required
• Cath Lab experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide individualized peri-anesthesia nursing care based on knowledge of pharmacology and airway management
• Apply peri-anesthesia standards of care including nursing assessment parameters and medication management
• Skills may include respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and genitourinary/renal patient care as well as various surgical case types
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius to be eligible for the local rate
• Holiday coverage may be required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract
• Returning employees must have a 1-year separation before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.