Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,141 per week in Phoenix, AZ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,141 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 7/27/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Pre-Operative Care, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Days Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 2 years of PACU experience required; ICU experience required License: Active RN License Certifications: ACLS, BLS Must-Have: Level 1 Trauma experience; Candidate must be proficient in Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes; Must pass dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance; Natural hair color and no facial piercings required; Men must be clean-shaven for fit test. Description: We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for the Pre-Operative Care and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. This position requires a minimum of 2 years of PACU experience and includes a critical focus on cardiac patients. Candidates must possess ICU experience and be comfortable with complex patient care. Responsibilities involve monitoring patient recovery from anesthesia and managing post-operative care. The ability to maintain a sterile field is critical, and nurses must demonstrate competence in Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes. A pass/fail exam will be conducted during orientation, covering essential nursing skills. Team members will engage with lifts, restraints, and wound care as part of educational sessions. Cardiac Cath Lab recovery and understanding of conscious sedation principles will be essential in this role. Nursing teams will follow a patient ratio of 1:2. Electronic medical records will be managed using the Cerner system. Weekend shifts are required based on a pre-determined schedule. No floating between units will occur, and all nurses will receive two days of floor-specific orientation. Pharmacy and respiratory therapy services will be available 24/7. This role offers an opportunity to work within a fast-paced, acute care setting focused on cardiac patient care.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam