Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN - PACU for a 13-week travel contract in Austin, TX, requiring a minimum of 3 years of perioperative care experience in a high-volume hospital setting.

Details

• 28-bed PACU unit providing Phase I and Phase II recovery for patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures from the OR, cath lab, radiology, and endoscopy
• Supplemented by a 72-bed Perioperative Care unit where the RN will also provide Phase II recovery and discharge planning for outpatients
• High-volume unit caring for an average of 70–90 patients daily, ranging from ambulatory surgical procedures to complex cardiovascular, orthopedic, spine, and robotic cases
• 10-hour day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• No on-call, weekend, or holiday coverage required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current AHA BLS and AHA ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 3 years of recent, full-time experience as a Perioperative Care Center RN in a high-volume hospital setting
• Demonstrated proficiency in postoperative and post-procedure Phase I and Phase II patient care
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced surgical environment with minimal onboarding
• Valid US Social Security Number and US home address required
• Two verifiable professional references required for consideration
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
• Full SSN and full DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Evaluates patients' responses to treatment and interventions and manages pain in accordance with ASPAN guidelines
• Anticipates surgical and procedural-specific patient needs based on knowledge of procedures performed and pathophysiology
• Candidates requiring extensive onboarding or with less than the required experience will not be considered
• Local candidates are welcome to apply, though a radius rule may affect the pay rate — contact your recruiter for details
• COVID vaccination is not required by this facility