Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Melbourne, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/27/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring Level II Trauma Center experience and titration of drips.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in the PACU of a hospital designated as a Level II Trauma Center
• Patient ratio is 1:2 in PACU
• Expect variable start times between 9:00am and 12:30pm for 10-hour day shifts
• Requires rotating to Phase II PACU for outpatient discharge as needed
• Required to float within scope to all four hospitals in the system, with a home base assigned
• On-call is required: 4-6 night calls within 6 weeks Monday-Friday (11pm-7am), plus on-call every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday, 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am)
• Weekend coverage is required, typically every other weekend or six shifts per six-week period
• Uses the SCM documentation system
• Will provide preoperative and post-anesthesia care, including titrating drips and rotating to discharge area as needed
• Holiday and hurricane staffing are per hospital policy for travelers
• Block scheduling may be considered, subject to manager approval
• Must adhere to dress code: matching, solid-color scrubs with no logos or prints
• All absences or time off must be requested and approved prior to start
• Free parking provided with decal at orientation
• Modules and annual education are completed via facility LMS during orientation
• Travelers must wait at least one year after prior contract before returning
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• No radius requirement for eligibility

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active FL or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 1 year recent RN experience in a PACU setting
• Level II Trauma Center experience required
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must be proficient or expert in neurological and cardiovascular sections of PACU skills
• Experience titrating drips is required
• Must reside within 30 minutes of the hospital for on-call response
• Two references from a manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director within the last year required
• Flu vaccination required between 10/31 and 3/31 (medical or religious exemption allowed)
• First-time travelers are not accepted
• No pending licenses accepted; license must be active at submission

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-610499. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Contract work, Local area, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Sunday, Day shift, Saturday,

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