Travel PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 20, 2026
• Length: 6 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a PACU/Preop position requiring 2 years of PACU experience and NM or compact RN licensure.

• Acute care facility setting on the 3rd floor Operating Room department
• Shared PACU and Preop unit with 3 beds
• Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
• Primarily adult patient population with ENT cases approximately once a month
• Common diagnoses/treatments include appendectomy and gallbladder procedures
• Uses CQI and Medhost EHR systems
• Day shift schedule from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
• On-call coverage required for some nights and weekends with a 30-minute response time once notified of a case
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• No float requirements outside of the shared PACU/Preop position

• Active RN license (NM or compact) required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required (AHA certifications required)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
• Preop experience preferred in addition to PACU experience
• RN degree required
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• Active Nursys/licensure verification required at time of consideration

• Provide perianesthesia nursing care in a shared PACU and Preop role
• Weekly orientation held on Mondays
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for the travel rate
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full time
• Open-toed shoes and fake fingernails are not permitted

American Traveler Job  #P-766870. 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.