13-Week Travel Contract
Assignment: March 30, 2026 – June 28, 2026
Day Shift | 4 x 10s | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
A healthcare facility in Northern California is seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Clearlake, CA. This role involves providing post-anesthesia care for surgical patients while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe recovery and optimal patient outcomes.
This opportunity is ideal for nurses with strong post-operative monitoring and recovery experience who thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Schedule: Monday – Thursday
Shift: Day shift | 4 x 10-hour shifts
Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Contract Length: 13 weeks
On-Call Requirement: Every third weekend
Setting: PACU / Surgical Services
Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
Monitor patient vital signs, airway status, and overall recovery from anesthesia
Identify complications and intervene appropriately using clinical judgment
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary care teams
Administer medications and treatments as ordered
Educate patients and families on post-procedure care and recovery expectations
Document patient care accurately and in accordance with facility policies
Assist with discharge planning to ensure continuity of care
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
Minimum 3 years of PACU or acute care experience
BLS certification required
ACLS certification required
PALS certification required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Acute care hospital experience
Clearlake, California is located in Lake County in Northern California, offering beautiful lake views and outdoor recreation opportunities. The area is known for fishing, hiking, biking, and a relaxed lifestyle while still being within driving distance of San Francisco, Sacramento, and the Pacific Coast.