Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,146 per week in Upper Marlboro, MD

Job Title: PACU RN Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: PACU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Rotating Days/Nights Hours per Shift: 3x12 (07:30 - 20:00 / 19:00 - 07:00) Experience: 2 years of PACU experience required; first-time travelers accepted with strong 3-5 years of PACU experience or 2 years of ICU experience required License: RN state license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIH Must-Have: - Strong clinical skills in PACU and ICU - Ability to manage a patient ratio of 1:4 - Experience in charting systems preferred Description: The PACU RN will provide care to patients recovering from surgery. The role involves monitoring vital signs, assessing patient status, and administering medications as needed. Candidates must be comfortable working with all age groups, including pediatrics and geriatrics. The patient population will include those undergoing orthopedic, neurology, cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, general surgery, thoracic surgery, urology, and gynecology procedures. Floating within specialty is required, including possible rotation with pre-op. Candidates may also be asked to float to a sister facility as necessary. Weekend coverage is required, equivalent to every other weekend. On-call requirements have not been implemented for this position. The successful candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience in critical care and recovery settings. Compliance with hospital protocols and procedures is a must.