Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit; PACU​/Pre-Post Op - in San Francisco, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op Location: San Francisco, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $2,050 to $2,250 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Travel Nurse Source  is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in San Francisco, California, 94102!

Location: San Francisco, CA

Start Date: 04-28-2026

End Date: 07-28-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Day shift (5x8-hour schedule; occasional variable starts between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM as noted)

Hours per Week: 40

• Provide safe, high-quality PACU care for post-anesthesia patients including monitoring and recovery
• Manage airways and support anesthesia recovery with sound clinical judgment
• Assess and manage pain effectively, using multimodal strategies and patient education
• Perform IV therapy, start and maintain IVs, and manage central/arterial lines
• Monitor cardiac status and respond to changes, including administering IV vasopressors when indicated
• Document accurately in Epic and complete medication reconciliation and discharge instructions
• Support pre-op and extended care units and float to other UCSF campuses as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (pharmacy, interpretation services) to optimize patient care

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

• Current CA RN license (required)
• AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications (required)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience (job notes also list 5 years of overall experience)
• Comfortable with airway management, anesthesia recovery and advanced pain management
• Experience with Epic charting (required)
• Ability and willingness to float to other UCSF campuses
• Preferred: CCRN or CPAN certification and 2 years critical care experience
  
  Knowledge & Skills
  • PACU care and perioperative nursing skills
  • Airway management and anesthesia recovery techniques
  • Pain management strategies and patient education
  • IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line and arterial line management
  • Cardiac monitoring and 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition
  • Administration of IV vasopressors and other critical meds
  • Familiarity with Epic electronic health record
  • Pre/post-op care across surgical specialties (ENT, GI, Gyn, Ophthalmology, Robotics, Urology)

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• Paid Time Off so you can actually take that long-overdue break
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
• Referral bonus program — bring great people, get rewarded (teamwork wins!)
• A supportive team that values YOU and your work-life balance
• Robust orientation (40 hours) and ongoing learning opportunities

Explore scenic San Francisco on your days off: walk or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39, visit Alcatraz Island, stroll the Presidio and Golden Gate Park, and sample restaurants in diverse neighborhoods like the Mission and North Beach. Weekend escapes to Muir Woods, Marin Headlands, Napa Valley and Sonoma are easy day trips — plenty to do whether you want outdoor adventure, culture, or great food.

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