Travel PreOp & PostOp Surgery RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Pre Op / PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Pre Op / PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring EPIC experience and active IL licensure.

• Acute care setting in a Pre-Op & Phase II Recovery (PACU) unit with 60 beds total between Preop and Phase II cubicles
• Patient population includes ortho, urology, gyne, general, breast, bariatric, ENT, dental GI, open heart, neuro, cath lab, EP lab, and peds cases
• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, with nurses responsible for assigned patients until they enter their procedure
• Uses EPIC EMR including Optime and Radiant modules
• 12-hour day shifts with varying start times (e.g. 11-1930, 7-1930, variable 8s, 9-1730)
• Call requirement once per week until 11 PM with a 1-hour response time
• No weekend or holiday call requirements at this time
• Floating required within the Preop/Phase 2 Units (3 total)
• Charge nurse present on each shift and may take an assignment
• Nurse aides are present on the unit

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (AHA)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• EPIC experience required;
  Optime/Radiant and cardiac experience preferred
• Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels as part of facility requirements

• Provide pre-op and post-anesthesia recovery care across a variety of surgical specialties
• Hospital-provided scrubs required per facility dress code
• 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation provided
• Requested time off must be submitted for consideration prior to assignment start
• Local candidates accepted with a reduced bill rate applied for those within 50 miles of the facility
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-774657. 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.