Travel Registered Nurse PACU Job

Job Overview

Employer: TLC Nursing Associates, Inc.

Responsibilities

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide specialized post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. The ideal candidate will monitor patient conditions, manage pain, and ensure a smooth transition from the operating room to full consciousness and stability.

Qualifications

• Monitor and assess post-anesthesia patients for signs of complications
• Administer pain management medications and IV therapy as needed
• Ensure airway patency and oxygenation in recovering patients
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient recovery progress
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols

Benefits

• Active RN license (state-specific or compact)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU, ICU, or critical care experience
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Strong critical thinking and rapid assessment skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Job Description

Calling all skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) specializing in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing! Are you ready to embark on a transformative travel healthcare assignment in the vibrant city of Rochester, New York? In this exciting 13-week opportunity, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic healthcare landscape of Rochester while providing top-notch care in the PACU setting. As a dedicated travel nurse, you will play a crucial role in post-operative patient recovery, monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. At this leading healthcare facility in Rochester, your expertise as a PACU RN will be highly valued as you collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care. Your compassion, clinical skills, and commitment to excellence will make a significant impact on the lives of patients in need. Join TLC Nursing, a nurse-founded agency that prioritizes your success and well-being. Benefit from 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing throughout your assignment. **Weekly Pay: $2284.0** **Guaranteed Hours: 40.0 per week** **Benefits:** - Best in the Industry Pay Packages - $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire - Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law) - 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years - Aflac – Available for employee purchase - Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals - EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP If you are a dedicated PACU RN seeking a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in Rochester, New York, apply now to seize this incredible opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career. Your next adventure starts here!