Travel Pediatric PACU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Pre Op / PACU
- Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Pre Op / PACU
  - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Pediatric PACU RN for a Level 1 Trauma academic medical center requiring PALS certification and prior travel experience.

• Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit with 20 bays and an average census of 30-40 patients per day
• Serves pediatric patients ages 0-17, primarily inpatient with some outpatient cases
• Covers most surgical specialties except cardiac
• RN to patient ratio of 1:1, up to 1:2 based on acuity
• Manages ICU-level drips including heparin, insulin, and occasionally cardiac gtts
• Limited use of BiPAP primarily in post-operative settings
• Vented patients are transferred directly to the ICU
• Nurses are responsible for telemetry monitoring
• Occasionally floats to care for adult patients within the unit
• 12-hour day shift schedule, , 36 hours per week
• Call rotation of 4-5 shifts within an 8-week period including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• BLS and PALS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric critical care experience required, 2 years preferred
• Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment
• Experience with Epic EMR required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Level 1 Trauma Designation, Chest Pain Center, and Stroke Center at an academic teaching hospital with 885 licensed beds
• Unit support includes a transporter, HUC/receptionist, dedicated PACU educator, and a non-patient-assigned charge nurse/manager
• No phlebotomy responsibilities; anesthesia support available 24/7
• Open bay unit requiring a team-oriented, all-hands-on-deck approach
• Self-motivated and resourceful candidates who can independently seek support when needed are ideal
• Orientation includes a New Employee Orientation (NEO) day and 2 precepted shifts
• Scrubs are provided and parking is free
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted
• Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position

American Traveler Job  #P-706999. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.