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Travel Nurse - Registered Nurse - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Unit - $2123 / Wee

Fusion Medical Staffing, Los Angeles County, CA, United States


Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in West Hollywood, CA. Shift: Inquire Start Date: 04/27/2026 Duration: 13 weeks Pay: $2123 / Week Travel PACU RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Los Angeles, California Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Los Angeles, California. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team. Required Qualifications: One year of recent experience as a PACU RN Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification Preferred Qualifications: PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery. This role involves assessing patient recovery, implementing post-operative care plans, administering treatments, collaborating with the surgical team, and coordinating care for discharging or transporting patients. The PACU RN ensures patient safety and comfort during the critical recovery period, using advanced clinical skills, effective communication, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards. Essential Work Functions: Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition Monitor and evaluate patient’s vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice Required Essential Skills: Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills Physical Abilities - Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism Technical/Motor Skills - Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail Sensory - Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate Benefits Include: Highly competitive pay for travel professionals Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours Life and Short-term disability offered 401(k) matching Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program 24/7 recruiter support Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs Why Choose Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you. Other Duties Disclaimer: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice. Start your rewarding career as a Travel PACU RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now! *Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer About Fusion Medical Staffing: Fusion Medical Staffing provides career opportunities to healthcare professionals by helping medical facilities fill their staffing needs. Fusion staffs a variety of specialties within the nursing and allied healthcare fields. We offer competitive pay packages and benefits that travelers deserve. At Fusion, you can seriously choose your own adventure! Fusion's purpose is to ensure that everyone we touch has a better life. We strive to be humble, driven and positive in all our actions! Specialty Fields: Cardiopulmonary Cath Lab Home Health Laboratory Long Term care Nursing Radiology Therapy

In Summary: Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Los Angeles, California . The PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse provides specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery . This role involves assessing patient recovery, implementing post-operative care plans, administering treatments, collaborating with the surgical team, and coordinating care .

En Español: Fusion Medical Staffing está buscando una enfermera registrada con experiencia en la Unidad de Atención Postanestesia para un emocionante trabajo de enfermería de viajes en West Hollywood, CA. Cambio: Inquire Start Date: 04/27/2026 Duración: 13 semanas Pago: $2123 / Semana Viaje PACU RN Compañía: Fusión Personal Médico Ubicación: Facilidad en Los Ángeles, California Detalles de Trabajo La PACU RN garantiza la seguridad y el confort del paciente durante el período crítico de recuperación, utilizando habilidades clínicas avanzadas, comunicación efectiva y cumplimiento de las normas profesionales y regulatorias. Funciones esenciales de trabajo: Recibir y llevar a cabo evaluaciones completas de los pacientes que se transfieren del quirófano y evaluar su estado post-anestesia Monitorear y valorar las señales vitales, el nivel de conciencia y la recuperación del paciente desde la anestesia Administrar medicamentos y tratamientos prescritos de acuerdo con las técnicas aprobadas de enfermería posterior a la anestesia Mantenerse consciente de las necesidades de comodidad y seguridad para recuperar al paciente Observar y documentar las condiciones, tratamientos e incidentes significativos del paciente y responder a la anestesio y tratamiento, notificando al equipo de atención de cambios o reacciones adversas importantes Responder rápidamente a situaciones de emergencia utilizando estándares profesionales, políticas, procedimientos y curvas individuales del departamento PACU Presentar cuámenes, intervenciones y tratamiento prescritos con exactitud en los registros médicos y habilidades de rehabilitación después de la anestesión Desarrollar y mantener una educación mental y familiar Los desarrolladores deben seguir instrucciones generales sobre la presión del paciente Equipamentos técnicos y equipos mecánicos Técnicos (incluyendo capacidades interpersonales) Las aptitudes físicas/técnicas necesarias para comunicarse con un buen funcionamiento y otras instalaciones de comunicación, así como poder avanzar y manejar sus competencias. Debe ser capaz de trabajar bajo supervisión cercana ocasionalmente, así como sin la ayuda de otro personal. Deberá poder lidiar con horarios irregulares de actividad ocasional y concentración continua para detalle Sensorial - Debería poseer agudeza visual y capacidad para comunicarse eficazmente Beneficios Incluyen: Salario altamente competitivo para profesionales de viajes Seguro médico, dental y de visión completo con cobertura del primer día Pagado Time Off (PTO) después de 1560 horas Vida y discapacidad a corto plazo ofrecido 401k) que coincide con Programa de bonificación agresiva-un amigo 24/7 apoyo al reclutador reembolso por licencia y CEUs ¿Por qué elegir Fusión? En Fusion Medical Staffing, nuestro objetivo es mejorar la vida de todos los que ofrecemos, y siempre estamos buscando personas como usted para unirse a nuestra misión. Su pasión por el cuidado de salud individual como socio debe cumplir las exigencias esenciales de este viaje Disclaimer y otros servicios de asistencia clínica. Esta descripción de trabajo no es una lista exhaustiva de todas las actividades, deberes o responsabilidades que se requieren del empleado para este trabajo y está sujeta a cambios en cualquier momento con o sin previo aviso. Comience su recompensadora carrera como Travel PACU RN con Fusion Medical Staffing y únete a nuestra misión de mejorar la vida. Aplique ahora! *Fusion es un Empleador EOE/E-Verify sobre el personal médico de fusión: El personal médico Fusion ofrece oportunidades profesionales de salud al ayudar a los centros médicos a satisfacer sus necesidades de personal.