Travel PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position with 1 year of experience and BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

• Acute care setting in the Pre/Post Day Surgery unit performing PACU Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care
• Unit has 70 total beds
• Nurse:
  
  Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2 for Phase 1 and 1:3 for Phase 2
• Common cases include Ortho, ENT, Ophthalmology, GYN, Urology, Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy, and Podiatry
• ICU patients recover in PACU
• RNs are responsible for reading cardiac strips
• Uses RT equipment including CPap, BiPap, and Vents
• Perioperative Care Assistants support the unit at a 1:7 ratio
• House Supervisor available at all times
• EPIC EMR used for charting
• 3 shifts of 12 hours per week, Monday-Friday, Day/Evening rotation
• Schedule includes 2 Fridays and 2 Mondays per scheduling period
• No night or weekend shifts required
• 12-hour call requirement per 4-week schedule period with 1-hour call response time
• Holiday rotation required for Winter and Summer holidays
• Floating required to Pre/Post units on 5
  
  North and 6
  
  North as needed

• Active WV or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (all must be AHA)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care in Phase 1 and Phase 2 post-anesthesia recovery settings
• Unit-specific orientation of up to 3 shifts provided
• OR scrubs required as part of dress code
• Must reside within 50 miles of the facility, with no local travelers accepted
• Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers are limited to a cumulative 1-year work period within WVU facilities before requiring a 2-year break
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-763945. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.