Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op in Michigan City, IN

Provide direct patient care in the PACU/Operating Room setting across a variety of surgical specialties including urology, orthopedics, gynecology, vascular, general surgery, ENT, and spine. Operate and manage OR equipment including Stryker integrated suites, Mako robotic system for orthopedics, and DaVinci systems for urology, general surgery, and gynecology.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Michigan City, Indiana, 46360!

Job ID: 898457
Job Title

Travel RN - PACU (5×8's - Days)
Location

Michigan City, IN | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Full-Time | Days | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | 13-Week Assignment | Projected Start: November 30, 2026
Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the PACU/Operating Room setting across a variety of surgical specialties including urology, orthopedics, gynecology, vascular, general surgery, ENT, and spine
• Operate and manage OR equipment including Stryker integrated suites, Mako robotic system for orthopedics, and DaVinci systems for urology, general surgery, and gynecology
• Oversee capital equipment purchases and ensure proper usage of all OR equipment
• Track and report on KPIs and contribute to quality initiative projects
• Collaborate effectively with surgeon and anesthesia partners as well as the broader interdepartmental team
• Adapt to continuous changes in the daily OR schedule while managing multiple priorities

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Indiana or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 5 years of Operating Room/PACU experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with OR equipment, capital purchases, and equipment utilization
• Experience with KPI reporting and quality improvement initiatives
• Proficiency with Epic EMR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• CNOR certification preferred
• Experience with robotic-assisted surgical platforms (Mako, DaVinci)
• Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to a dynamic, fast-paced surgical schedule
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach across departments

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-equipped surgical environment featuring advanced robotic technology and integrated OR suites across a diverse range of surgical specialties
• Scrubs are provided, offering a seamless transition into a supportive and professional clinical team