About this opportunity
Concentric Healthcare Staffing lists this Travel PACU RN - $2,322 per week opportunity in cedar rapids, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job TitleRegistered Nurse (RN) – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
LocationCedar Rapids, IA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Days | Onsite
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide pre- and post-operative nursing care in a cardiac holding and PACU setting with 19 pre/post rooms
Manage patient care for cardiac catheterization, heart cath, and electrophysiology (EP) procedures
Perform groin and radial site management and TR band management post-procedure
Float to vascular and diagnostic cardiology units as needed
Utilize EPIC EMR for accurate and timely documentation
Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3 in a fast-paced cardiac environment
Required QualificationsActive Iowa RN license (or compact license eligibility)
Active BLS certification through AHA or American Red Cross
Active ACLS certification through AHA
Minimum 15 months of Cardiac Cath Lab, critical care, and/or PACU experience in a hospital or medical center setting
Work history must reflect at least 24 months of current Cardiac Cath Lab, PACU, or Pre/Post Op Surgery experience
Demonstrated pre- and post-op / recovery experience, groin and radial site management, and TR band management
EPIC EMR experience required
Valid driver's license required
Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible (based on driver's license)
Preferred Experience / SkillsFirst-time travelers welcome with at least 36 months of relevant experience
Skills checklist specific to Cardiac Cath Lab and/or Pre/Post Op discipline highly preferred
At least one professional reference (charge nurse, supervisor, nurse manager, director, CNO, or COO) from within the past 24 months highly preferred
Why Join UsOpportunity to work in a specialized cardiac and PACU environment with a diverse patient population including cardiac cath and EP cases
First-time travel nurses with sufficient experience are encouraged to apply, making this an accessible opportunity to begin a travel nursing career
Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - PACU
About Concentric Healthcare StaffingRecognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
Worksite address
cedar rapids, IA, 52404, US
Who can apply
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