PACU | RN
PACU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Asheville, NC
Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse with a 13-week travel assignment at a leading hospital in Asheville, North Carolina (zip code 28801). This Magnet-designated facility, recognized among America's top hospitals, offers an exceptional environment for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding travel nurse jobs in North Carolina. Experience the vibrant arts scene, outdoor adventures, and welcoming community of Asheville while making a difference in patient care.
PACU RN Job Details
- Estimated Weekly Salary: $1640-$1680
- Location: Asheville, NC 28801
- Unit: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract
- Shift: 12-hour days (11:00 AM – 11:30 PM)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Patient Ratio: 1:2
- Number of Beds: 40
- Scheduling: 6-week schedules; 3 call shifts required per 6 weeks
- Documentation System: Cerner EMR
- Dress Code: Surgical green or navy scrubs
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – North Carolina or compact state
- Minimum 1 year of recent PACU or critical care nursing experience
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)
- NIH Stroke Scale experience required
- Trauma and pediatric nursing experience preferred
- Advanced skills in ventilator monitoring and post-anesthesia patient care
- Deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care to surgical patients in a fast-paced PACU environment
- Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia, including ventilator management
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Float to peri-anesthesia units (Endoscopy, PreOp, Phase II) as needed
- Participate in scheduled call shifts and adapt to dynamic hospital scheduling
- Utilize Cerner EMR for accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Promote patient safety and uphold hospital care standards
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:
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We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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