Travel PreOp RN

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

• Specialty:
  Pre Op / PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/17/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse
- Pre Op with active CA RN licensure and at least 2 years of preadmission testing experience in a teaching hospital setting.

• Works in the Pre Op/Pre-Admission Testing department of an ambulatory/outpatient hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Day shift schedule with variable start times (6:00a-2:30p, 7:00a-3:30p, or 8:00a-4:30p)
• Uses Epic charting system
• May float between Pre Op and PACU roles as well as other UCSF units and facilities within a 75+ mile radius based on need
• Provides pre/post care for patients undergoing conscious sedation, general anesthesia, and monitored anesthesia care (MAC)

• Active CA RN license required at time of submission
• BSN required
• AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• CAPA, CPAN, and NIHSS certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of preadmission testing/prep clinic experience required, including 1 year of pre-op testing experience
• Teaching hospital experience required and must be noted in employment history
• Community hospital experience required
• Critical care and PACU experience preferred
• Skilled in airway assessment and respiratory care
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Knowledge of malignant hyperthermia protocol and pain assessment/management
• Experience obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG and operative/procedural consent
• Experience with pre-op assessment, education, and medication administration
• Prior travel assignment experience within the last 12 months required
• Two professional references from most recent employer required for consideration

• Responsible for pre-op assessments, patient education, medication reconciliation, and discharge instructions
• Performs follow-up phone calls and reviews patient history and physicals
• Administers and monitors procedural sedation and emergency medications
• Communicates and interprets lab values and follows isolation precautions/PPE protocols
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as traveler candidates
• Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed with full employment history for rehire eligibility review
• All requested time off must be disclosed at time of submission and approved by the manager prior to start; no time off is permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment
• COVID vaccination and booster required, with proof or scheduled booster appointment needed prior to start

American Traveler Job  #P-771133. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Pediatric 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.