Travel Registered Nurse PACU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - PACU (Travel) in a perioperative setting. Location: United States. Start Date: 07/20/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks | Weekly pay: $2,185-$2,357 per week | Guaranteed Hours: 0 | Shift: 5x8 Days | Setting: Hospital

This perioperative RN coordinates and manages safe, effective, and patient-family centered care for surgical patients across the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases. The role may include Circulating Nurse, 1st Scrub (Instrument), and/or 2nd Scrub (Assistant) duties depending on training and experience. Cerner EHR experience is required. A minimum of two years of perioperative experience in several surgical specialties is preferred, with the ability to support patients, families, and the surgical team throughout the perioperative continuum.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,185-$2,357 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 Days
- Start date: 07/20/2026
- Setting: Hospital
- Cerner EHR experience required
- Minimum 2 years perioperative experience with broad specialty exposure

Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver safe, patient-family centered care across pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases.
- Serve as Circulating Nurse, 1st Scrub (Instrument), and/or 2nd Scrub (Assistant) based on training and needs.
- Collaborate with the surgical team and ancillary staff to optimize outcomes and patient experiences.
- Provide patient and family education, direct patient care, and timely status communication to families.
- Document perioperative care and procedures in Cerner EHR; ensure accuracy and compliance with policies.
- Uphold infection control, safety, and quality standards throughout the perioperative process.

Requirements
- Current RN licensure in good standing
- AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- CNOR certification
- Cerner EHR experience
- Minimum 2 years of perioperative experience
- Experience in Gastroenterology/Endoscopy Lab; Orthopedic, General Surgery, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, ENT; and interventional pain management is preferred
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred but not required
- Ability to work in a perioperative setting in a travel assignment

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 traveler support
- Competitive weekly pay
- Housing assistance available on request
- Extension opportunities with the same employer when available

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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