Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $50 to $57 per hour in Lake City,
Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post OpLocation: Lake City, CO Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $50 to $57 per hour Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 6/22/2026 About the PositionTravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Lake City, Colorado, 81235!Registered Nurse - PACU Location: Lakewood, ColoradoStart Date: 06-22-2026End Date: 09-21-2026Contract Type: Travel ContractShift Type: Variable start times between 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM, primarily covering 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, with on-call requirements 1 night every 6 weeks including weekends and holidaysHours per Week: 36Candidate Pay Rate: $57 per hourAbout United Health Care StaffingAt United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.Roles & ResponsibilitiesProvide exceptional Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care for diverse surgical patients including ortho, trauma, cardiac, urology, pulmonary, and GI casesMonitor and interpret cardiac strips while caring for ICU patients recovering in the PACU settingCollaborate with the surgical team to ensure seamless patient transitions and optimal outcomesRespond to on-call needs within a 1-hour window to support critical patient care needsFloat to support the surgery center as needed while maintaining high standards of careUtilize Epic EMR to document patient progress and coordinate with the healthcare teamQualificationsActive RN license in Colorado or compact licenseACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications requiredED or ICU experience strongly preferredEpic EMR experience preferredAbility to work variable shifts and participate in on-call rotationKnowledge & SkillsPACU nursing expertise with Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery skillsStrong cardiac monitoring and strip interpretation abilitiesExperience caring for diverse surgical populations including ortho, trauma, and cardiac patientsProficiency with Epic electronic medical recordsExcellent communication and teamwork skillsAbility to respond to call within 1 hourBenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision coverage401K retirement savings planLife InsurancePaid Time Off to rechargeTravel reimbursementLicensure assistance & reimbursementReferral bonus programA supportive team that values YOUTravel Perks: Explore Lakewood, ColoradoExplore the stunning Rocky Mountains with hiking, skiing, and outdoor adventures right outside your door, discover vibrant downtown Denver just minutes away, enjoy craft breweries and farm-to-table dining, take weekend trips to Red Rocks Amphitheatre or Boulder, and experience Colorado's world-famous craft beer scene and outdoor lifestyleApply NowReady to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU? Let's get you moving forward!Send your resume call us at today.HashtagsPACURNJobs #LakewoodCOJobs #ColoradoTravelNurse #PACUTravelJobs #HealthcareJobs #UHCCareers #TravelNurseLife #ColoradoNurseJobs #PACUNursing #EpicEMRJobsAbout United Health Care Staffing, Inc."Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?At United Health Care Staffing, we don't just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we've been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.29997151EXPPLAT