Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Overview

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Manchester, Connecticut.

• The PACU Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery, including assessing recovery, implementing post-operative care plans, administering treatments, and coordinating care for discharge or transport.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor recovery from anesthesia and vital signs; document findings accurately.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per post-anesthesia nursing standards; ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care; participate in handoffs between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units.
• Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment (e.g., ventilators, monitors, infusion pumps) and respond to emergencies per policies and procedures.
• Provide patient and family education on recovery and discharge instructions; support continuity of care.
• Document assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in medical records; adhere to professional and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of recent experience as a PACU RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours:
  
  40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Facility in Manchester, Connecticut

The PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. This role involves assessing patient recovery, implementing post-operative care plans, administering treatments, collaborating with the surgical team, and coordinating care for discharge or transport. The PACU RN ensures patient safety and comfort during the critical recovery period, using advanced clinical skills and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.

• Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
• Monitor and evaluate patient vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
• Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
• Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
• Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
• Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
• Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units
• Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion? Fusion Medical Staffing is an EOE/E-Verify Employer.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel PACU RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

Job : 1899829. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.