Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op in Albuquerque, NM

Job Title

Registered Nurse – PACU (Inpatient)

Albuquerque, NM

Contract | Days | 4x12-Hour Shifts (9:00–21:30) | 36–48 Hours per Week | Onsite

• Provide post-anesthesia care to inpatient surgical patients in a Level I Trauma, acute care setting at a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
• Perform pre- and post-procedure care for cardiac catheterization lab and interventional radiology patients
• Monitor patients utilizing telemetry and apply critical care assessment skills throughout the recovery process
• Float within the PACU department to the Holding area as needed, supporting a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3–5 for PCU-equivalent inpatient assignments
• Fulfill on-call requirements of 1–2 overnight call shifts per month within the four-week schedule
• Document patient care accurately using Cerner electronic health records

• Active RN license (pending licensure may be considered at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience; Level I Trauma and Telemetry experience required
• Pre- and post-procedure experience with cardiac catheterization lab and interventional radiology cases required
• Current BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and PALS certifications required (RQI certifications not accepted)
• Must meet non-local requirement — candidates residing within 100 miles of the facility are not eligible
• Valid non-local driver's license on file

• Prior travel nursing experience in a PACU or acute care surgical setting
• Familiarity with Cerner electronic health records charting system
• Availability for one weekend shift per month and flexibility with on-call scheduling

• Work within a high-acuity Level I Trauma, teaching, and children's hospital environment offering strong clinical development opportunities
• Complimentary on-site parking provided for the duration of the assignment