Travel PACU RN - $2,246 per week

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

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring 2+ years of experience in Pre-op, PACU, and Phase II with a compact or NV RN license.

• Work in the Surgery department's PACU unit of a hospital setting
• 10-bed unit covering Pre-op, PACU, and Phase II care
• Patient population ranges from pediatric to geriatric
• Patient ratios of 1:4 for Pre-op and Phase 2, and 1:2 for PACU
• Specialties include ENT, General, Ortho, GYN, OB, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, and Cath Lab
• Common procedures include total joints, laparoscopic appendectomy and cholecystectomy, FESS, T&A, thyroidectomy, hysterectomy, D&C, C-section, cardiac cath lab pacemaker placement, and cardioversion
• Uses Pinpoint, CQI, and Medhost EHR systems
• Variable 10-hour shifts scheduled from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Every other weekend required
• On-call responsibilities include one weekday and one weekend per month
• Floating required

• Active RN license (NV or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA certifications required)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Experience in Pre-op, PACU, and Phase II required
• IV skills required
• ADN required
• Acute hospital experience preferred, rural setting a plus
• Prior travel assignment experience preferred

• Provide perioperative nursing care across Pre-op, PACU, and Phase II recovery
• Fast-paced work environment
• Scrubs furnished by the facility
• Weekly orientations available
• Must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify for travel assignment eligibility
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates must not be employed elsewhere full-time

American Traveler Job  #P-745127. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.