Travel PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  18 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of Level I trauma and telemetry experience.

• Inpatient PACU setting within a Level I Trauma, teaching, children's hospital
• 1:2 patient ratio in PACU
• Day shift, 4x12 hours, 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
• Required to work 2 out of 3 designated holiday bundles (Thanksgiving/day after, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day)
• One weekend shift required per month
• On-call required, 1-2 overnight call shifts per 4-week schedule
• Float to PACU Holding area as needed, with ratios of 1:3-5 for patients equivalent to inpatient PCU acuity
• Cerner charting system used
• Pre/Post Cath lab and Pre/Post IR procedures required
• Pre-op care willingness is required
• No block scheduling accommodations offered

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required, pending license accepted
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Level I Trauma experience required (Level II trauma experience not accepted)
• Telemetry experience required
• Skills in respiratory care, cardiac monitoring, and dysrhythmia recognition/management required
• Ventilator patient care experience preferred
• Phase II Recovery and Level II Trauma Center experience preferred
• RQI certifications not accepted

• Provide PACU nursing care including pre/post cath lab and pre/post IR procedures
• Limited to no pediatric experience is acceptable for this role
• Charge experience preferred but not required
• First-time travelers may be considered upon client screening
• No local candidates within 100 miles of the facility
• Non-local driver's license required on file
• RTO requests over 7 days require approval, and no RTO permitted during the first or last week of the contract
• Black scrubs required
• Facility may cancel up to 3 shifts during the 13-week assignment
• COVID vaccine optional, but vaccination status reporting is required
• 6-month system break required after 1 year or 4 consecutive assignments
• Former staff must have 12 months of separation before returning

American Traveler Job  #P-761954. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - PACU

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.