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Travel PACU RN - $2,206 per week

American Traveler

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • $2,206 Per Week

Highlights

Provide post-anesthesia recovery care to surgical patients across a wide range of specialties including cardiac, neuro/spine, ortho, ENT, and general surgery. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationShreveport, LA

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/12/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, evenings
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
  • Hours: 40 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a PACU RN for an academic medical center setting, requiring 2 years of specialty experience and an active LA or compact RN license.

Details

  • PACU unit within an academic medical center
  • Evening shift, 5x8 hours, 15:00-23:00
  • Patient ratio of 1:2, with potential to increase to 1:4 during overflow situations
  • Call required every third weekend, typically on a volunteer basis, 7a-7p or 7p-7a
  • Holiday coverage included as part of the call schedule
  • No call-ins permitted
  • Epic charting system experience preferred

Requirements

  • Active RN license (LA or Compact) required in hand at time of submission
  • Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
  • Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
  • Previous charge experience preferred
  • Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I experience preferred
  • Prior travel nurse experience required
  • NURSYS report required, updated within 4 weeks of submission
  • Two Manager/Supervisor references required to obtain clearance to start (Charge RNs not accepted)

Additional Information

  • Provide post-anesthesia recovery care to surgical patients across a wide range of specialties including cardiac, neuro/spine, ortho, ENT, and general surgery
  • May be assigned to an Emergency Team during facility emergency events, requiring extended stay or relief team participation
  • Royal blue scrub color required
  • Orientation held 5 days a week
  • First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
  • Candidates must live more than 65 miles from the facility to be eligible
  • RTO must be disclosed and discussed during the interview process to avoid offer rescission
  • Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1-year separation from the health system before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-753455. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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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