Travel PACU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/08/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit position requiring critical care PACU experience and IL licensure.

• Work in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit of an acute care hospital
• Day and Evening shift rotation with start times between 8am-11am, ending by 8:30pm
• 36 hours per week on 9-hour shifts
• No floating required
• On-call requirement of 3 weeknights (8pm-7am) and one 24-hour weekend shift per 6-week schedule with 30-minute call back time
• Holiday coverage per call rotation

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (American Heart Association preferred; American Red Cross accepted for BLS)
• Minimum 3 years of solid acute care hospital experience
• Critical care PACU experience in an acute care hospital setting required
• At least one prior travel contract required
• Epic EMR experience required and must be noted in employment history
• Must pass an EKG test with a score of 80% or higher prior to consideration
• 2 current references from a Supervisor, Manager, or Charge nurse in the relevant unit within the last year

• Provide post-anesthesia recovery care to surgical patients
• On-site EKG test required on Day 1 of orientation; must pass to continue the assignment
• 4 hours of non-billable orientation
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Returning permanent or per diem staff must be away for 12 months before being considered as a traveler
• RTO for 13-week contracts limited to a maximum of 7 days
• Candidates will undergo a brief interview (10-15 minutes) conducted by the hospital

American Traveler Job  #P-777659. Pay package is based on 8 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.