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TNAA TotalMed RN

Travel Preop/PACU RN

Ithaca, NY · On-site

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York. & Requirements * Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

USPI, INC.

PRE-OP/PACU RN

Lutherville Timonium, MD · On-site

RN Pre-op/PACU The RN Pre-op/PACU is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies. The RN Pre-op/PACU ...

USPI, INC.

RN Pre Op PACU

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

RN Pre Op PACU USPI New Mexico Multispecialty Surgery Center is hiring a RN Pre Op PACU PRN Welcome to New Mexico Multispecialty Surgery Center. New Mexico Multispecialty Surgery Center is a fast ...

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RN PREOP/PACU

Greeley, CO · On-site

Job Title: RN PREOP/PACU City: Greeley State: CO Job Type ... Travel Discipline: RN Speciality: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Facility Setting: Short Term Acute ...

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How much do pacu travel rn pre op jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average weekly pay for pacu travel rn pre op in the United States is $2,324.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,826.92 and $2,788.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pacu travel RN pre op?

PACU Travel RN Pre-Op nurses are registered nurses who specialize in caring for patients before and after surgical procedures, specifically focusing on the Pre-Operative (Pre-Op) and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) phases. As travel nurses, they take temporary assignments at hospitals or surgical centers that need additional staff support. These nurses monitor patients’ vital signs, administer medications, provide patient education, and ensure safe recovery before and after anesthesia. Their expertise is critical to patient safety during the surgical process, and they must adapt quickly to new clinical environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pacu travel RN pre op?

To thrive as a PACU Travel RN Pre-Op, you need strong clinical assessment, perioperative nursing skills, and a current RN license with BLS and ACLS certifications. Familiarity with electronic health records, patient monitoring equipment, and hospital-specific charting systems is essential. Excellent communication, adaptability, and critical thinking are vital soft skills for providing safe, individualized patient care in diverse and changing environments. These skills ensure efficient patient recovery, safety, and seamless transitions within surgical teams across multiple healthcare settings.

What are some common challenges faced by Pacu travel RNs in pre-op settings, and how can they be managed?

As a PACU Travel RN working in pre-op, you may encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to new hospital protocols, building rapport with unfamiliar surgical teams, and managing varying patient loads. Flexibility and strong communication skills are key, as you’ll coordinate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nurses to ensure smooth patient hand-offs. Proactively seeking orientation resources and asking questions during your first days on assignment can help you acclimate more efficiently and deliver high-quality preoperative care.

What is the difference between Pacu Travel Rn Pre Op vs Circulating Nurse in the Operating Room?

AspectPacu Travel Rn Pre OpCirculating Nurse in the Operating Room
CertificationsRN license, Pre Op certification (if applicable)RN license, OR certification (optional)
Work EnvironmentPreoperative area, outpatient clinicsOperating room during surgery
Job ResponsibilitiesPatient assessment, education, preparing patients for surgeryAssisting during surgery, managing supplies, ensuring safety

Both roles require RN licensure and involve patient care, but Pacu Travel Rn Pre Op focuses on preoperative preparation, while Circulating Nurse in the Operating Room assists during surgery. The roles differ mainly in work environment and specific responsibilities, though both are essential in surgical settings.

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Infographic showing various Pacu Travel Rn Pre Op job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,888 per year, or $58.1 per hour.

Travel Preop/PACU RN

TNAA TotalMed RN

Ithaca, NY • On-site

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

We're looking for Post Anesthesia Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in [citSt]. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a PACU RN, you'll provide observation and care for post-op patients as they recover from surgical anesthesia. PACU Travel Nurses offer a crucial care step between surgery and recovery, and ensure that patients are monitored for any adverse reactions.
As a PACU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Handle a broad range of patients from pediatrics to adults.
  • Develop individualized care plans based on each patient's condition.
  • Monitor critical patients for condition changes and report to the physician.
  • Be responsible for determining when patients are recovered and ready to move to a room.
PACU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Post Anesthesia Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, PALS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Travel Job ID #1483250. 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: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU RN - Travel Nurse

About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.


TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1

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