Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,984 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Midlothian, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Mar 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a PACU position requiring at least one year of PACU experience and the ability to perform both recovery and pre-op care. Details Hospital-based PACU setting serving a broad surgical patient population including neonates through geriatrics Average daily caseload of 35–40 cases across ortho, breast, urology, GYN, vascular, general, ENT, and plastics — no open hearts, transplants, or bariatrics RN must be able to cover both post-anesthesia recovery and pre-op for add-on cases Schedule is 3×12-hour or 4×10-hour shifts between the hours of 5:30am–10:00pm; may be stretched to 4 shifts per week depending on unit needs On-call required: 4 weeknight call shifts (10pm–7:30am) and one 24-hour weekend call shift (7am–7am, Saturday or Sunday) per 6-week schedule Requirements Active RN license (VA or Compact) currently in hand Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required Minimum 1 year of PACU experience required Proficiency in pre-op admission, post-anesthesia recovery, same-day discharge, and IV insertion Proof of address required for consideration (acceptable documents: Driver's License, Voter Registration Card, Federal Income Tax Return, Military Form DD-2058, or W2 from U.S. government) 1 supervisory reference required for consideration Full SSN and DOB (MM/DD) required for consideration Additional Information Conducts pre-op assessments, manages post-anesthesia recovery, and provides same-day discharge instructions Collaborates with the interdisciplinary surgical team to coordinate patient care throughout the perioperative process EKG testing required on the first day of orientation (2 attempts allowed); study guides will be provided Previous travel nursing experience preferred Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate American Traveler Job ID P-687272. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.