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Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,627 per week

American Traveler
5 days ago
Full-time
On-site
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Tucson, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Mar 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced PACU RN for a 13-week travel contract in Oro Valley, AZ, requiring a minimum of 2 years of PACU experience and an active AZ or compact RN license. Details Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Recovery Room setting within a hospital Day and evening shifts available: 05:45–18:00 and 07:45–20:30, 3x12-hour shifts per week On-call requirements: one 12-hour call shift (18:00–06:30) and two 24-hour weekend call shifts (06:00–06:00) per six-week period EMR: Cerner (experience preferred) 13-week contract Requirements Active AZ RN license or compact RN license currently in hand Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; no certifications may expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start date Minimum 2 years of recent PACU experience required No gaps in work history totaling 90 days or more within the past 12 months Valid driver's license required for consideration US Social Security Number required for consideration Additional Information Provides post-anesthesia care by collaborating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff using the nursing process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, AORN standards, and hospital policies Demonstrates critical thinking and clinical leadership in planning and delivering safe patient care, including delegation and supervision of assigned personnel Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any CHS facility within the past 2 years are not eligible RTO requests must be less than one week in duration American Traveler Job ID P-681776. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.