Highlights

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a Level 1 Trauma Center requiring at least 2 years of PACU experience in a large hospital setting with ND or compact RN licensure. American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Fargo, North Dakota.

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Fargo, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PACU RN for a Level 1 Trauma Center requiring at least 2 years of PACU experience in a large hospital setting with ND or compact RN licensure.

Details

Acute care setting in a Level 1 Trauma Center PACU with 18-bay and 14-bay Phase I units across two floors sharing staff
Cares for all surgical specialties including adult and pediatric patients, averaging 5 to 15 pediatric cases per day
Post-procedure care for ICU, Cath Lab, Endoscopy, and IR patients
Nurse to patient ratios follow ASPAN Standards at 1-1 or 2-1
Uses Epic charting, AcuDose medication dispensing, Phillips monitors, ventilators, and BiPap equipment
Schedule includes 36-40 hours per week, primarily 0700-2300 with occasional nights and varied weekend rotation
Shift lengths of 8 or 12 hours
Backup call rotation required, approximately 2 weeknights per month and up to every 4th weekend
May float between campuses for Phase I PACU

Requirements

Active ND RN license or compact license required
Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications (AHA) required
Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
Acute/hospital experience required; outpatient surgery center experience will not qualify
Large hospital (250+ bed) experience required
Able to care for high acuity patients
Critical care experience preferred

Additional Information

Provide post-anesthesia care to adult and pediatric surgical patients across multiple specialties
Basic hospital and unit orientation provided with a buddy RN on the unit
Hospital-provided scrubs required for dress code
Candidates living within 60 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
Candidates living 60 to 80 miles from the facility may be considered at a reduced local travel rate
Travelers with previous employment at any Sanford Health location must disclose this for review

American Traveler Job ID #P-766920. 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.