Travel PACU Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Mar 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position at a Level II Trauma Center with on-call requirements and expertise in neurological and cardiovascular care.

• Work in the PACU of an acute care hospital setting
• Rotates to phase II PACU outpatient discharge as needed
• Patient ratio is 1:2
• Variable day shift start times with typical shifts from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm
• On-call required:
  Monday-Friday 11pm-7am, weekends 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am, with 4-6 night calls in 6 weeks and call approximately 1 weekend per month
• Floating required to all four hospitals within the system, though travelers will have a home base
• Weekend requirement is every other weekend or a total of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period
• Uses SCM documentation system

• Active FL or compact RN license required at time of application
• Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 1 year recent PACU RN experience required
• Level II Trauma Center experience and proficiency in neurological and cardiovascular PACU skills required
• Demonstrated ability to titrate drips
• Must reside within 30 minutes of the hospital for on-call duties
• Two professional references from a manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director from the past year required
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (medical or religious exemptions allowed)
• Not open to first-time travelers

• Expected to provide direct patient care and assist with outpatient discharge processes in phase II PACU
• Staff must wait one year after previous employment at this health system before being considered for another contracted position
• Dress code is any solid color scrubs, matching top and bottom with no logos or prints
• Parking is free and provided with a decal at orientation
• Block scheduling requests may be considered pending manager approval
• All requested time off must be finalized and submitted at the time of application; no additional time off requests accepted after offer
• Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Team-based environment with established floating policies and holiday coverage governed by hospital policy

American Traveler Job  #P-662934. 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.