Travel PACU RN
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Nursing
ICU Nurse, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.
- Specialty:
PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
10/19/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, rotating - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours:
36 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Oct 19, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
American Traveler is seeking an experienced PACU RN with critical care background and active OR RN license for a variable shift assignment in a 38-bay perianesthesia unit.
Details- Work in a 38-bay South PACU unit providing 24/7 perianesthesia care
- Care for adult and some pediatric patients across Ambulatory, Acute Care, and Critical Care populations
- Patients arrive from home, the ED, and inpatient units for pre-op prep and post-anesthesia recovery
- Variable day/evening shifts with possible night and call coverage, schedule remains consistent weekly
- Potential start times include 0530, 0900, 1100, 1300, 1500, and 1900
- Call required to support nights, weekends, and holidays
- Floating may be required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals
- Epic EMR experience required
- Active RN license required, OR RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA Traditional only, RQI not accepted); CCRN preferred
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Adult or Peds Critical Care, ICU, high acuity ED, or PACU required
- Epic charting experience required
- Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Skills in cardiac monitoring, arterial line management, dysrhythmia recognition, and ventilated patient care required
- Experience with various surgical specialties including Bariatrics, ENT, General, Gyn, Neuro, Ophthalmology, Ortho, and Vascular
- Experience with multiple anesthesia types including general, local, MAC, nerve blocks, spinal, and epidural management
- Knowledge of IV vasopressors, narcotics/opioid analgesics, and reversal agents
- Familiarity with Malignant Hyperthermia Protocol, pain assessment/management, PCA pump management, and RASS scoring
- Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted)
- Work history verification covering the last seven years, including dates, locations, and PTO, is required
- COVID vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted
- Must pass background check with no prior background or license issues accepted
- Provide perianesthesia care including pre-op preparation and post-anesthesia recovery for surgical and procedural patients
- Transition recovered patients to inpatient units or discharge home
- Complete required Relias exams with a minimum score of 85%
- Complete pre-start orientation modules (non-billable), averaging 4.5 hours for RNs
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no mile radius restriction
- Returning staff must have a gap of 6+ months since last assignment to be eligible
- Former OHSU employees or travelers must provide a reference from their previous OHSU supervisor
- RTO requests must be submitted upfront and not exceed 2 weeks
- First-time travelers may be considered based on position eligibility
American Traveler Job #P-770135. 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.
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