Travel PACU RN - $2,077 per week

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

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a Pre-Op/PACU role in a Level I trauma heart hospital, requiring 2+ years of experience and Epic proficiency.

• Work in the Pre-Op/PACU unit of a heart hospital specializing in cardiovascular and vascular surgery
• Care for patients undergoing CABG, AAA repair, TAVR, EVAR, Fem-Pop/Fem-Tib-Peroneal Bypass, angiogram, pulmonary decortication, and ablation procedures
• 1:1 patient ratio
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 8:00am-8:30pm, with potential consideration for 4x10-hour shifts from 10:00am-8:30pm
• Call requirements include approximately every third to fourth weekend
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Pre/Post-op nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• PACU experience preferred
• Level I trauma center and outpatient/ambulatory experience preferred
• Previous Charge RN experience preferred
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role, and the second acceptable from a Charge RN (no coworker references accepted)

• Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-anesthesia care for cardiovascular and vascular surgical patients
• Perform pre-op assessments, patient education, and review of history and physical
• Manage arterial lines, central venous pressure monitoring, and cardiac dysrhythmia recognition
• Administer emergency medications, antiarrhythmics, anticoagulation therapy, and IV vasopressors
• Perform 12-lead EKG/ECG and obtain operative/procedural consent
• Care for patients receiving general anesthesia, MAC, and nerve blocks
• Skilled in wound vac management, urinary catheterization, and IV therapy/phlebotomy
• Work within a Level I trauma center environment
• RTO must be submitted with the initial application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment consideration after 6 months away from the facility
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are not eligible for travel assignments
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing contract, either in-state or via mailed packet if located far from Ohio

American Traveler Job  #P-743297. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.