Travel Nurse - RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Unit 2011 / Week

BluePipes
US - Indiana - Metamora
May 23, 2025
Medical

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Louisville, KY. Shift:
Inquire Start Date:
06/08/2025 Duration:
13 weeks Pay:
$2011 / Week

Travel PACU RN

Company:
Fusion Medical Staffing

Location:
Facility in Louisville, KY

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PACU RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Louisville, KY. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

One year of recent experience as a PACU RN
Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification
ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification

Preferred Qualifications:

PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary:

The PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. This role involves assessing patient recovery, implementing post-operative care plans, administering treatments, collaborating with the surgical team, and coordinating care for discharging or transporting patients. The PACU RN ensures patient safety and comfort during the critical recovery period, using advanced clinical skills, effective communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.

Essential Work Functions:

Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
Monitors and evaluates patient's vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
Monitor and evaluate patient vital signs, level of consciousness, and response to anesthesia
Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
Observes and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and responds to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
Collaborates with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units
Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Essential Skills:

Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required
Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits Include:

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
Short-term disability offered
401(k) matching
Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
24/7 recruiter support
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel PACU RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

• Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer

About Fusion Medical Staffing:

Fusion Medical Staffing provides career opportunities to healthcare professionals by helping medical facilities fill their staffing needs. Fusion staffs a variety of specialties within the nursing and allied healthcare fields. We offer competitive pay packages and benefits that travelers deserve. At Fusion, you can seriously choose your own adventure!

Fusion's purpose is to ensure that everyone we touch has a better life. We strive to be humble, driven and positive in all our actions!

Specialty Fields:

Cardiopulmonary
Cath Lab
Home Health
Laboratory
Long Term care
Nursing
Radiology
Therapy

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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