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United Surgical Partners

RN PreOp PACU

Live Oak, TX · On-site

RN PreOp/PACU Northwest Surgery Center is hiring a RN PreOp/PACU **** Welcome to Northwest Surgery Center Conveniently located on the Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital campus. We have 7 OR rooms and ...

United Surgical Partners

RN PreOp PACU

Thornton, CO · On-site

RN PreOp/PACU Northwest Surgery Center is hiring a RN PreOp/PACU **** Welcome to Northwest Surgery Center Conveniently located on the Ascension Seton Northwest Hospital campus. We have 7 OR rooms and ...

PRIDE Health

Travel Pre-Op/PACU RN

Greeley, CO · On-site

PRIDE Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Greeley, Colorado. & Requirements * Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

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

As of Jun 23, 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PACU Travel RN Pre-Op, and why are they important?

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 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.

What are PACU Travel RN Pre-Op nurses?

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 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.
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Travel RN Pre-Op/PACU - $2,262 per week

Travel RN Pre-Op/PACU - $2,262 per week

Coast Medical Service

Glenview, IL • On-site

$2.2K/wk

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Posted 5 days ago

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Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Glenview Nas, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 07/05/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Coast Medical Service is a nationwide travel nursing & allied healthcare staffing agency dedicated to providing an elite traveler experience for the experienced or first-time traveler. Coast is featured on Blue Pipes' 2023 Best Travel Agencies and named a 2022 Top Rated Healthcare Staffing Firm & 2023 First Half Top Rated Healthcare Staffing Firm by Great Recruiters. Please note that pay rate may differ for locally based candidates. Please apply here or contact a recruiter directly to learn more about this position & the facility, and/or explore others that may be of interest to you. We look forward to speaking with you!

Coast Medical Services Job ID #37235462. 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: RN:Pre-Op/PACU,15:00:00-23:30:00

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Coast Medical Service is a nationwide travel nursing agency dedicated to providing an elite traveler experience for the experienced or first-time traveler. Coast is featured on Blue Pipes' Top 20 Travel Agencies of 2022 at #10, and named a 2022 Top Rated Healthcare Staffing Firm by Great Recruiters. Please apply here or contact a recruiter directly to learn more about this position & the facility, and/or explore others that may be of interest to you. We look forward to speaking with you!

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Hermosa Beach, CA, US

Year founded

1979

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