Travel PACU Registered Nurse
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$75 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Healdsburg, CA 95448 Healdsburg, California open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
American Consultants is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Healdsburg, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/29/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Start Date: June 29, 2026
Location: Northern California wine country region
Schedule: Day shift with variable start times (7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, or 11:00 AM), 5x8-hour shifts, plus call coverage. Weekend rotation required with expectation to work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year). 13-week assignment through September 28, 2026.
Highlights:- Pre-op and PACU nursing in a community hospital setting serving adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
- Daily census of 3-6 patients with exposure to general surgery, orthopedic, endoscopic, and laparoscopic procedures
- Epic charting system experience preferred
- Collaborative environment with interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, physical therapy, and rapid response teams
- Responsibilities include pre-admit phone calls, pre-op assessment and education, and follow-up patient communication
- Flexibility to support multiple affiliated facilities in the region as needed
- Valid California RN license in hand at time of submission
- Minimum 1 year of PACU nursing experience required
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
- Experience with general, orthopedic, endoscopic/laparoscopic procedures, cholecystectomy, colon surgery, and hysterectomy
- Proficiency in obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG, pre-op and post-op procedures
- Willingness to float to affiliated facilities in Petaluma and Santa Rosa
- Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
- Must reside outside 50-mile local radius
This travel nursing opportunity offers the chance to work in a scenic Northern California location while gaining diverse surgical experience across multiple specialties and practice settings. You'll receive comprehensive support throughout your assignment with competitive compensation, orientation, and the flexibility of block scheduling. Join a team that values quality patient care and professional collaboration in a welcoming community hospital environment.
American Consultants Job ID #18407957. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:PACU,07:00:00-15:00:00
About American ConsultantsSince 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
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