Travel PACU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for a Level I trauma center requiring at least 2 years of critical care experience and active ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

• Work in a 23-room PACU unit with an average daily census of 50
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15)
• On-call requirement of up to 30 hours per 6 weeks
• No weekend requirement
• No floating required within scope
• Cerner EMR experience required

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of critical care experience required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Required work setting experience:
  Ambulatory/Outpatient, Inpatient, Level I Trauma Center, Pain Management, Phase I PACU, and Phase II Recovery
• Required experience with bariatric cases including gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and lap band
• Required cardiac monitoring skills including arterial line management, CVP, and dysrhythmia recognition/management
• Required surgery case experience across Bariatrics, Endo/Laparoscopic, ENT, General, Gyn, Neuro, Ortho, Ortho/Spine, Ortho/Total Joints, Plastics, Podiatry, Robotics, and Urology
• Required neurological case experience including craniotomy, spine surgery, EVD, ICP monitoring, and stroke scale
• Required respiratory skills including airway assessment, ventilator care, chest tube management, and extubation
• Required IV therapy/phlebotomy skills including central line and PICC line care, port access, and blood product administration
• Required medication administration experience including vasopressors, antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, and narcotics
• Required experience with various anesthesia types including general, spinal, epidural, and nerve blocks
• Required pre/post-operative care skills including wound vac management and urinary catheterization
• Cerner charting system experience required

• Deliver comprehensive perianesthesia care across a wide range of surgical specialties within a Magnet-designated, Level I trauma acute care hospital
• Scrubs provided for this role
• Floating required to other hospital units or nearby affiliate facilities
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• RTO limited to approximately 5 non-holiday days
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this role
• Previous PERM or PRN employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• Candidates should be prepared to secure housing promptly, as availability in the area is limited

American Traveler Job  #P-772274. 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.