Travel PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  12 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN with 1-2 years of specialty experience and MN licensure for a 12-hour day shift role in a Level III trauma teaching hospital.

• Covers PACU/Pre-Op/Phase 2 at both the main hospital and Day Surgery Center (two locations within the same hospital system)
• Day shift schedule, 4x12 hours (0800, 0930, or 1100 start times)
• 1:1 patient ratios
• Floating required between the main hospital and Day Surgery Center, and potentially to affiliate hospitals nearby
• Weekend shifts as needed per unit needs
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic (Excellian) charting system

• Active MN RN license (pending license accepted)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS (PALS preferred)
• 1-2 years of PACU/specialty experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic/Excellian charting experience required
• 1 supervisor reference required for consideration

• Provide pre-op, PACU, and Phase 2 recovery care across surgical specialties including neuro, spine, ortho, cardiac, bariatrics, and more
• Teaching hospital with Level III trauma designation, 317 staffed beds
• Scrubs provided by the unit
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be considered
• Returning staff must have a 3-month gap since their last shift worked as perm staff or per diem
• RTO should ideally be no more than 5 days
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-765366. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.