PACU
PACU RN – Seasonal Travel Contract | Englewood, CO
This seasonal travel opportunity places you in a fast-paced PACU supporting a high-volume surgical program across a broad range of specialties. The unit operates with a collaborative, experienced team and serves patients recovering from diverse surgical procedures.
Contract Details
- Duration: 13 weeks (seasonal)
- Shift: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week
- Start Date: September 28, 2026
Clinical Scope
The PACU team manages post-anesthesia recovery across multiple surgical specialties, including orthopedics, spine, neurology, interventional radiology, ENT, general surgery, GI, vascular, and colorectal procedures. The unit also supports pre-op care.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of current PACU experience
- Active BLS and ACLS certifications
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments and provider teams
Preferred Qualifications
- CPAN or CAPA certification
- Critical care background
Scheduling Notes
- On-call requirement: 1 weekend call shift per month
Ideal Candidate
You thrive in a high-paced environment, transition fluidly between pre-op and recovery phases of care, and communicate effectively with surgical teams and multidisciplinary providers. A genuine commitment to patient comfort and satisfaction is essential.
