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Travel PACU RN - $2,799 per week

American Traveler

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • $2,799 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PACU RN with Level I trauma and telemetry experience for an inpatient assignment requiring an active NM or compact RN license. 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

LocationAlbuquerque, NM

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/26/2026
  • Duration: 18 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
  • Hours: 48 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
  • Length: 18 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PACU RN with Level I trauma and telemetry experience for an inpatient assignment requiring an active NM or compact RN license.

Details

  • Inpatient PACU unit within a Level I trauma, teaching, children's hospital
  • 4x12-hour day shifts scheduled 6:00 AM-6:30 PM
  • 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio in PACU with possible float to Holding area at 1:3-5 ratio equivalent to inpatient PCU care
  • Performs pre/post cath lab and pre/post IR procedures
  • Pre-op patient care required
  • Weekend rotation of one per month
  • On-call requirement of 1-2 overnight shifts monthly on a 4-week schedule
  • Uses Cerner charting system
  • Black scrub color required

Requirements

  • Active RN license (New Mexico or Compact) required, pending license accepted
  • BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
  • RQI certifications not accepted
  • Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required
  • Level I trauma and telemetry experience required
  • Skilled in cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia recognition/management
  • Care of ventilated patient experience preferred

Additional Information

  • Must work 2 of 3 major holiday bundles (Thanksgiving/day after, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, New Year's Eve/Day)
  • No local candidates within 100 miles of the facility
  • COVID vaccine optional but proof or declination must be submitted
  • Facility has 554 staffed beds with no parking fee
  • RTO requests greater than 7 days require approval
  • Block scheduling not accommodated
  • First-time travelers considered upon client screening

American Traveler Job ID #P-751949. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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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