Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,834 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Windsor, Vermont.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with a specialty in Outpatient and Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide high-quality nursing care to surgical and procedure patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for patient admissions and discharges, conducting nursing assessments, and delivering both Phase I and Phase II postoperative care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough nursing admission assessments for surgical patients.
• Provide Phase I and Phase II post-anesthesia care.
• Administer IV therapy and perform IV starts.
• Educate patients on postoperative care and recovery procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with nursing and physician colleagues to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures, including pre-operative tasks.
• Manage a patient ratio of 1:8 in an outpatient setting, serving up to 17 patients per day.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Same Day Surgery required.
• Experience in a rural or outpatient facility is essential.
• Proven experience in admitting and discharging patients.
• In-depth knowledge of Phase I and II post-anesthesia care.
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR system is required.
• Travel experience is highly preferred.
• Must possess a valid RN license, BLS, and ACLS certifications.
• Candidates must have reliable transportation, as public transport is not available in the area.

Schedule Requirements

• Work schedule is from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with call responsibilities.
• Availability for on-call shifts for 2-3 days per week is required.
• Must be able to take call two weekends per month.
• Must work during major holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Additional Information

Orientation will be provided for 8 hours in a non-billable format. This role requires strong multitasking abilities and excellent customer service skills. A detailed profile with work history and skills checklist is necessary for consideration.

Please submit any requests for time off along with your profile, as requests after submission will not be accommodated.

Join us in delivering exceptional care to our patients and make a difference in their surgical journey!

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38232194. 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: RN PACU

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