Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,210 per week

American Traveler

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • $2,210 Per Week

Highlights

Cardiovascular surgical population including CABG, AAA repair, TAVR, EVAR, Fem-Pop/Fem-Tib-Peroneal Bypass, angiogram, pulmonary decortication, and ablation cases. Skills include cardiac monitoring, arterial and central line management, dysrhythmia recognition, airway assessment, chest tube management, ABG interpretation, and administration of cardiac and emergency medications.

Numbers & Facts

LocationColumbus, OH

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/30/2026
  • 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: Nov 30, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a Pre-Op/PACU position requiring 2+ years of experience and Epic charting proficiency.

Details

  • Pre-Op/PACU unit within a Level I Trauma teaching hospital
  • Cardiovascular surgical population including CABG, AAA repair, TAVR, EVAR, Fem-Pop/Fem-Tib-Peroneal Bypass, angiogram, pulmonary decortication, and ablation cases
  • 1:1 patient ratio
  • Day shift, 3x12 hours, 8:00 AM-8:30 PM
  • On-call required, including every third-fourth weekend

Requirements

  • Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration
  • BLS required; ACLS and NIHSS preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
  • Pre/Post Op care experience required
  • Epic charting system experience required
  • Level I Trauma and teaching hospital experience preferred
  • PACU experience preferred
  • Previous Charge RN experience preferred
  • Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
  • 2 professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or Supervisor and the second from a Charge RN; coworker references not accepted

Additional Information

  • Provide pre-operative and post-anesthesia care for cardiovascular and vascular surgical patients
  • Skills include cardiac monitoring, arterial and central line management, dysrhythmia recognition, airway assessment, chest tube management, ABG interpretation, and administration of cardiac and emergency medications
  • Experience with pre/post op procedures such as EKG/ECG, operative consent, pre-op assessment and education, and wound vac management
  • Locals accepted at the same rate
  • Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6 months away from the facility
  • Current employees are ineligible for travel assignments at this health system
  • RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
  • Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict credentialing timelines

American Traveler Job ID #P-773468. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU

About American Traveler

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.

 

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