Travel PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Centennial, Colorado.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a day-shift hospital assignment requiring at least 1 year of current PACU experience and a Colorado or compact RN license.

• Work in a 17-bay PACU/Pre-Op unit with 4 ORs within a hospital setting
• Caseload is approximately 80% orthopedic and 20% general surgery procedures
• Procedures include total joints, sports medicine, foot/ankle, podiatry, hand and nerve cases, hernias, lap appendectomy, lap cholecystectomy, and breast cases with some plastic reconstruction
• Patient ratios are 1:2 in Pre-Op, 1:1 in PACU Phase 1, and 2:2 in PACU Phase 2
• Uses stretchers, blood glucose monitors, patient monitors, BP equipment, and Pyxis machines
• Documentation performed in Meditech EMR
• Day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Call requirement of 1-2 shifts per week (minimum
  1), Monday through Thursday from
• May be asked to assist with partial weekend call coverage if the weekend RN is off during the quarter

• Active CO or compact RN license required
• Minimum 1 year of current PACU experience required
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Knowledge of PT/OT instructions for joint patients preferred
• Comfortable with bedside teaching preferred
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• Provide perianesthesia nursing care to a predominantly orthopedic surgical population
• Work alongside an experienced, dedicated nursing and anesthesia team with strong department morale
• Collaborate with floor nurses for patient admissions
• Facility is approximately 5 years old with modern, clean surroundings
• Holiday call coverage is shared among the team; all holidays are currently covered by staff
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility, as local candidates are not accepted
• Team players with flexibility, a positive attitude, and strong work ethic are ideal fits

American Traveler Job  #P-772206. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.