Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

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

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a 13-week evening shift assignment requiring BLS, ACLS, PALS, and prior critical care or med-surg experience.

• PACU/Recovery Room setting providing pre-anesthesia, Phase I, and Phase II post-anesthesia care
• Monitors patients undergoing local-only OR procedures and may administer conscious sedation if certified
• Evening shift schedule, Monday through Friday, , 5 shifts per week at 8 hours each
• On-call responsibilities on a regular scheduled rotation for the Post-Anesthesia Unit
• Uses Epic charting, glucometer, art lines, space labs, bladder scanner, ultrasound machines, Belmont rapid infuser, and blood warmers
• Agency nurses float to other qualified departments before core staff are floated

• Active OR RN license in the State of Oregon
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications required
• CPAN, CAPA, conscious sedation, Ultrasound Guided IV certification, and CRASE training preferred
• CRASE training required if assignment extends beyond 6 months
• Associate of Applied Science in Nursing required;
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Minimum one year of critical care experience or two years of medical-surgical experience required
• Previous Day Surgery, PACU, Pre-admission services, or ambulatory surgery center experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and assist with transferring patients over 100 pounds using proper techniques

• Performs pre and postoperative nursing assessments, admissions, and IV access initiation and management
• Monitors patients for changes in vital signs and consciousness, intervening per medical guidelines using the Aldrete scoring system
• Administers pain medications, treats post-operative nausea, and assists anesthesia with nerve blocks as needed
• Develops individualized peri-anesthesia plans of care and provides patient/caregiver education on recovery, medications, and warning signs
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and delegates tasks per Oregon State Board of Nursing guidelines
• Works in a fast-paced healthcare environment with frequent exposure to infectious materials and emergency situations

American Traveler Job  #P-774832. 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.