Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op in Moses Lake, WA

Job Title

RN - PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Location

Moses Lake, WA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from surgical or procedural sedation
• Monitor and assess patient vital signs, airway status, and level of consciousness during the recovery phase
• Administer medications and interventions as ordered to manage pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms
• Communicate effectively with surgical and anesthesia teams regarding patient status and care transitions
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the medical record

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Washington or compact eligibility
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Prior experience in a PACU, critical care, or post-operative nursing setting

Preferred Experience / Skills

• CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) certification
• Experience with a diverse patient population across multiple surgical specialties

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a supportive clinical environment in a growing community in Central Washington
• Contract position offering flexibility and competitive travel or local placement opportunities