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GHR Healthcare lists this PACU | RN opportunity in peoria, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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PACU Registered Nurse – Locum Tenens Nursing Job in Peoria, Illinois
Advance your nursing career as a Locum Tenens PACU Registered Nurse in Peoria, IL (zip code 61637). Join a leading Level 1 Trauma Center and provide expert post-anesthesia care to both adult and pediatric patients. This healthcare job offers a dynamic environment, competitive benefits, and the chance to experience the vibrant Peoria community during your assignment.
Key Job Details – PACU RN in Peoria, IL
Location: Peoria, Illinois 61637 (Central Illinois healthcare jobs)
Assignment Length: 13 weeks (August 18, 2025 – November 17, 2025)
Facility Type: Acute care, Level 1 Trauma Center
Unit: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Shift: 12-hour day shifts (varied 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts possible)
Hours: 36 hours per week guaranteed (after orientation)
Estimated Weekly Salary: $2020-$2070
Call: 3 overnight call shifts every 6 weeks; no weekend shifts required
Bed Size: 50 beds across 5 PACUs
Dress Code: Surgical scrubs provided by the facility
PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active Illinois RN license (Registered Nurse)
Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nursing experience (critical care or recovery room experience preferred)
BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
Experience with EPIC and OP TIME charting systems preferred
Ability to provide clinical care for both adult and pediatric patients
Willingness to take overnight call as scheduled
PACU RN Responsibilities
Deliver Phase I and Phase III recovery care for post-surgical patients, including general and complex surgical cases
Care for ICU boarders and patients from the cath lab (TAVR, ablations, pacemakers, etc.)
Monitor and assess patients’ post-anesthesia status, ensuring safe and effective recovery
Administer medications and treatments as ordered by healthcare providers
Document patient care using EPIC and OP TIME electronic health records
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care
Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2 in Phase I and 1:3-4 in Phase III recovery
Participate in orientation and ongoing clinical training as required
Float within the five PACU areas as needed (no floating outside of recovery areas)
Apply now to join our healthcare team as a PACU Registered Nurse in Peoria, Illinois, and make a difference in patient care at a top trauma center!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
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: Opportunity
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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peoria, IL, 61639, US
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