Registered Nurse – PACU/Pre-Post Op Registered Nurse (RN) – Days – 6:30 AM–5:00 PM – Relocation Candidates Welcome
Location: Hamilton, MT
Duration: 13 Weeks
Specialty: PACU/Pre-Post Op Registered Nurse (RN)
Shift Time: Days – 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Start: 11/9/2026
We are seeking an experienced PACU/Pre-Post Op Registered Nurse (RN) to join a critical access hospital in Hamilton, MT. In this role, you will provide expert perianesthesia nursing care across pre-operative preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, and Phase II discharge readiness. You will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary surgical team dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments and prepare patients for surgical or procedural interventions
• Monitor patients emerging from anesthesia, assessing airway patency, hemodynamic stability, and level of consciousness
• Administer analgesics, antiemetics, and other post-operative medications per physician orders and unit protocols
• Identify and respond promptly to post-anesthesia complications such as respiratory depression, hypotension, or agitation
• Document nursing assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately in the electronic health record
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care instructions and discharge criteria
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and surgical team members to ensure seamless transitions of care
✅ Requirements
• Active MT or Compact RN license
• ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications
• 3+ years of PACU/Pre-Post Op Registered Nurse (RN) experience
• Current BLS certification required
Pay
Pay range: $2,232 to $2,340 per week.
Travel PACU/Pre-Post Op RN package: up to $2,340/week (36 hours) = $34/hour taxable + up to $1,116/week in travel reimbursements if eligible under IRS tax-home and expense rules.
Local package: $62/hour fully taxable ($2,232/week for 36 hours).
Overtime paid in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour laws and the assignment agreement. Actual compensation varies based on hours worked, assignment terms and travel reimbursement eligibility.