Travel PACU RN - $2,412 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position at an acute care hospital in Sacramento, CA, requiring a current CA RN license and a minimum of 3 years of PACU experience.

Details

• PACU unit supporting recovery services for OR, Cath Lab, IR, Endoscopy, and Cardiac (excluding open heart) inpatient and outpatient procedures
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 0930–2200
• Floating to ICU may be required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Work settings include Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery, Pedi PACU, and ambulatory/outpatient
• Inpatient and outpatient surgical cases spanning a broad range of specialties including Neuro, Ortho, Cardiac, Bariatrics, ENT, GYN, Vascular, Thoracic, Urology, Plastics, Robotics, and more

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS (must be AHA or ARC)
• Minimum 3 years of PACU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Prior charge nurse experience preferred
• 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required for consideration
• 7-year work history verification required; candidates must be prepared to provide documentation or contacts for any positions that cannot be independently verified

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include post-anesthesia care across a wide range of surgical specialties and procedure types, management of arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, chest tubes, ventilated patients, and ICP/EVD monitoring, as well as administration of IV vasopressors, narcotics, reversal agents, antiarrhythmics, and anticoagulation therapy
• Proficiency expected in dysrhythmia recognition and management, ABG interpretation, pain assessment and management, PCA pump management, malignant hyperthermia protocol, and RASS scoring
• Pediatric patient management experience is applicable to this role given Pedi PACU coverage
• Previous permanent or travel employment at this facility requires a minimum 1-year separation before returning as a traveler; former manager name(s) must be provided on the application
• Local candidates are accepted; candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates
• RTO is capped at 7 days per contract; only 1 holiday RTO request will be approved per contract
• Holidays covered include New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day; holiday periods begin at 7:00 PM the evening before and end at 7:00 AM the day after

American Traveler Job ID #P-734187. 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.