Travel

PACU

Atlanta, GA

PACU Registered Nurse

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse to join the post-anesthesia care unit on a 13-week contract. You'll provide direct patient care in a fast-paced recovery environment, monitoring patients as they emerge from anesthesia and managing their immediate post-operative needs.

Shift & Schedule

  • 4 × 10-hour day shifts per week
  • 40 hours per week
  • Start date: October 19, 2026

Requirements

  • Minimum 18 months of PACU experience required
  • Current Georgia or compact state nursing license (RN)
  • BLS certification

What You'll Do

  • Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, and neurological status
  • Manage pain and nausea in the post-operative period
  • Assess and respond to anesthesia recovery complications
  • Communicate with surgical and anesthesia teams
  • Prepare patients for discharge to inpatient units or home
  • Document care and maintain accurate patient records

What We're Looking For

  • Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills
  • Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent communication with interdisciplinary teams
  • Compassion and patience with anxious or confused patients

This is a straightforward travel assignment with a reliable schedule and manageable contract length. If you meet the experience requirement and have your license ready, we'd like to hear from you.