Travel PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.

• Specialty:
  PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN - PACU with Level I trauma center PACU/ICU experience and a current DC RN license.

• Work in the PACU/Pre-op department of a Level I trauma center hospital
• 5/8 or 4/10 hour shifts, 40 hours per week
• On-call required

• Active RN license in DC required, no pending licenses accepted
• PALS, BLS, and ACLS certifications required (AHA only)
• CPAN, TNCC, and CCRN certifications highly desirable
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU/Pre-op experience required
• Minimum 1-2 years of recent ICU and/or Level I trauma center PACU experience required
• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program required
• BSN highly desired
• Must be able to think critically and work independently

• Monitor post-operative patients' recovery and consciousness levels from anesthesia and communicate updates to the medical team
• Obtain and record patient vital signs and observe for anesthesia side effects
• Treat pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms and administer prescribed medication
• Maintain accurate EMR charting, patient files, and medical records
• Educate patients and families on post-surgery care
• Must reside within 50 miles of the facility
• Surgicenter-only experience not considered equivalent due to lower patient complexity compared to a Level I trauma center

American Traveler Job  #P-770386. 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 - 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.