PACU
PACU Nurse — 13-Week Travel Contract
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a PACU nurse for a 13-week travel contract beginning November 30, 2026. You'll work day shifts, 5 days per week, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with flexibility to float to pre-op and Phase II recovery as needed.
Your Role
You'll provide direct care to patients across all surgical specialties—orthopedic, general, gynecologic, urologic, vascular, spine, and plastics—excluding cardiac and GI procedures. Your responsibilities include airway assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, pain management, medication reconciliation, PICC line care, and post-operative patient education. You'll work with a daily census of 15 patients, supporting adolescents through geriatric populations.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of charge nurse experience
- Current RN license (compact license required at submission)
- ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
- Proficiency with electronic charting systems
- Strong foundational skills: end-tidal CO2 monitoring, airway management, anticoagulation protocols, blood product administration, and ventilator care
Schedule & Commitment
- Day shifts, Monday–Friday (occasional call: 1–2 days per month, 8 PM–6 AM)
- Weekend coverage required
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day
- All time-off requests must be submitted during the initial application
Location
Petaluma, CA (50-mile radius)
Note
You may be asked to float to nearby sister facilities. Two professional references covering the last year are required prior to start.