Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Nampa, Idaho.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring Epic EMR experience and combined Preop/PACU background.
Details
- op/PACU unit within an acute care hospital setting
- 18-bed unit comprised of 13 General OR and 5 Endo beds
- Shared position supporting Surgical and Endoscopy Preop and Recovery areas
- Staff rotate between Preop, PACU Phase 1, and PACU Phase 2 based on shift needs
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:3 in Preop, 1:2 in Phase 1, and 1:1-3 in Phase 2
- Common cases include General, Breast, Ortho, Urology, and OBGYN surgeries
- Day shift schedule with multiple start times between 0530 and 1300, working 10-12 hour shifts
- Set schedules created by management with no self-scheduling or block scheduling
- May be required to participate in call schedule for weeknights, weekends, and holidays with a 30-minute response time
- Occasional floating to other areas within the hospital may be required, though not typical
- ICU patients recover in PACU approximately once per month
- Uses Epic EMR system
Requirements
- Active RN license (ID or compact) required
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of experience required
- Must have both Preop and PACU experience
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must be able to read and identify EKG rhythm changes and life-threatening rhythms
- Must be willing to support all unit areas including endo care (endo procedure experience not required)
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, post-anesthesia recovery, airway management, and pain management
- Staff assist with unit restocking and turnover between patients due to small unit size
- Charge nurse manages unit flow and does not typically take a patient assignment
- 2 nurse aides support the Preop area performing EKGs, blood draws, blood sugars, transfers, pregnancy tests, vitals, and bladder scanning
- No RT staff on unit; anesthesia oversees the area with RT available for assist as needed
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Unit-specific orientation includes 3 days with a preceptor, plus 1-2 days of general hospital orientation
- Described as a family-oriented department with a strong support system
- Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates will not be considered
- Former permanent employees must have been separated from the facility for at least one year before applying for this travel assignment
American Traveler Job ID #P-741281. Pay package is based on 8 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.