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PACU | Registered Nurse | 13-Week Travel RN Contract – Arcata, CA
PACU Registered Nurse (RN) / Pre-Op RN – Travel Nursing Contract in Arcata, California
Join a dedicated perioperative team as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) and Pre-Op RN in Arcata, California. This 13-week travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced nurse who enjoys providing attentive care during the critical transition from surgery to recovery. Located on California’s scenic Redwood Coast, Arcata offers access to breathtaking redwood forests, coastal recreation, charming local culture, and a welcoming community.
Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800–$1,890
Nursing Specialty: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Pre-Op, and Perioperative Nursing
Location: Arcata, California
Start Date: October 2, 2026
End Date: January 1, 2027
Schedule: Monday–Friday daytime shifts with shared call coverage for nights and weekends
Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
PACU Registered Nurse Job Requirements
At least 1 year of current Registered Nurse (RN) experience, preferably in PACU, pre-operative, post-operative, or perioperative nursing
Current, unrestricted California Registered Nurse license
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
TB clearance completed within the past 12 months
Ability to participate in shared call coverage, including nights and weekends
Strong patient assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and clinical monitoring skills
PACU RN and Pre-Op Nursing Responsibilities
Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to patients before and after surgical procedures
Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and promptly identify changes in condition
Complete focused assessments, vital-sign monitoring, pain assessments, and airway evaluations
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and provider orders
Prepare patients for surgery and support an efficient pre-operative workflow
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, perioperative staff, and other members of the care team
Provide patient and family education related to recovery, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Respond effectively to urgent clinical needs during scheduled shifts and shared call coverage
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support continuity of care throughout the perioperative experience
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Worksite address
arcata, CA, 95522, US
Who can apply
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