Travel PACU RN

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

• 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:
  
  Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN with strong neuro background and ventilator competency for a fast-paced recovery unit.

• Work in the Recovery Unit (PACU) with 19 beds in Main PACU and 4 beds in Atrium PACU
• Care for post-anesthesia patients including unstable ICU and pediatric cases
• Patient ratios of 2:1 standard, 1:1 for unstable ICU, and 1:1 for pediatric patients
• Day shift schedule with waterfall start times (8am, 9am, 11am, 12pm) on 9, 10, or 12 hour shifts
• Night shift includes on-call responsibilities after 9:30pm
• Uses ventilators, Phillips and GE monitors, and Sigma Spectrum pumps
• Meditech EMR used
• No floating required
• Typical procedures include PCA pump setup, drip titration, and arterial line blood draws

• Active RN license (VA or Compact) required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PACU or ICU experience required
• Strong neuro background required
• Ventilator competency required
• ICU or PACU experience, drip titration, and neurosurgery experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• Provide post-anesthesia recovery care including monitoring, drip titration, and line management
• Work within a team of RNs, a Clinical Coordinator, and Department Assistants
• Navy scrub attire required
• Strong organizational skills, multitasking ability, and reliability are valued traits
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-760174. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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.