Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,016 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/27/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Louisville, Kentucky

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse at a top academic medical center located in downtown Louisville, KY (zip code 40202). This travel nursing opportunity offers competitive pay and the chance to work in a vibrant healthcare setting. Louisville is a premier destination for Kentucky nursing jobs, known for its rich history, culinary scene, and scenic parks along the Ohio River.

Estimated Weekly Salary

• Weekly Salary Range: $1680 - $1800

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Job Title: PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing
• Specialty: Perianesthesia Care (PACU)
• Location: Louisville, Kentucky 40202
• Healthcare Facility: Academic Medical Center, 2nd Floor PACU
• Unit Size: 18 beds
• Assignment Start Date: October 27, 2025
• Assignment End Date: January 26, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 7:30pm – 8:00am (12 Hour Night Shifts)
• Hours per Week: 36 (Guaranteed)
• Weekend/Call: As needed per department
• Float: PACU only
• Dress Code: Surgical scrubs provided

PACU RN Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN license (Registered Nurse)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nursing experience
• At least 3 years of ICU/Critical Care nursing experience
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale
• Proficient in ventilator management, medication drips, arterial line management, lumbar/EVD drains, and dysrhythmia identification
• Strong critical thinking, reliability, independence, and teamwork skills
• Transplant nursing experience (kidney and pancreas) preferred

PACU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care to patients from general surgery, neurology, vascular, transplant, and other specialties
• Monitor and manage patients using advanced clinical equipment (ventilators, Alaris pumps, EKG machines)
• Follow ASPAN guidelines for patient ratios and acuity
• Perform initial recovery with 1:1 patient care during rotation
• Manage medication drips, arterial lines, lumbar/EVD drains, and identify cardiac dysrhythmias
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Advocate for patients and maintain accountability for nursing care

Join our healthcare team in Louisville and take your nursing career to the next level with this rewarding travel PACU RN job. Apply now to secure your spot in Kentucky's thriving medical community!

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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:www.ghrhealthcare.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #411722. 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: PACU

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