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PRN Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

PRN Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

PRN Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

PRN Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * ...

PRN Healthcare

Travel PACU Registered Nurse

Concord, MA · On-site

PRN Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Concord, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * ...

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GHR Healthcare

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Travel PACU | Registered Nurse Elevate your nursing career by joining the esteemed team at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston as a PACU Registered Nurse. This vital role offers a unique ...

Focus Staff

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Focus Staff

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/02/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

MedPro Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post ...

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Travel PACU RN

Boston, MA · On-site

Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 08/02/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel MedPro Healthcare ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a PRN PACU RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a PRN PACU RN, you need expertise in post-anesthesia care, patient monitoring, and acute assessment, supported by an active RN license and experience in perioperative or critical care settings. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification, and monitoring equipment is typically required. Strong communication, quick decision-making, and the ability to remain calm in urgent situations are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient recovery for patients after surgery and support seamless collaboration in a high-acuity environment.

What are the typical challenges faced by a PRN PACU RN, and how can they be managed effectively?

As a PRN PACU RN (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse), one common challenge is adjusting quickly to varying patient needs and fluctuating caseloads, since shifts may be irregular and patient acuity can change rapidly. Effective time management and strong communication skills are essential, as you'll often collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the core PACU team to ensure safe patient recovery. Familiarizing yourself with the specific protocols and equipment in each facility can help you adapt quickly when called in. Building rapport with the regular staff also makes transitions smoother and enhances patient care.

What is a PRN PACU RN?

A PRN PACU RN is a Registered Nurse who works on an as-needed basis ('pro re nata') in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Their main responsibility is to monitor and care for patients as they recover from anesthesia following surgery. PRN nurses do not have a set schedule, providing flexibility for both the nurse and the healthcare facility. PACU RNs assess vital signs, manage pain, watch for post-surgical complications, and provide patient and family education about recovery. This role requires strong assessment skills and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patients’ conditions.

What is the difference between Prn Pacu Rn vs Prn Surgical Technologist?

AspectPrn Pacu RnPrn Surgical Technologist
CertificationsRN license, CPR, possibly ACLSCertified Surgical Technologist (CST), CPR
Work EnvironmentPost-anesthesia care units, hospitalsOperating rooms, surgical centers
Job RoleMonitoring patients post-surgery, vital signs, recovery carePreparing operating rooms, assisting during surgeries

Prn Pacu Rns and Prn Surgical Technologists both work in surgical settings but have different roles. Prn Pacu Rns focus on patient recovery after anesthesia, requiring RN licensure, while Prn Surgical Technologists assist in preparing and supporting surgical procedures. Their certifications, work environments, and responsibilities differ, making each role unique within the surgical team.

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Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

AMN Healthcare Nursing

Newton Lower Falls, MA • On-site

$2.1K - $2.2K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

AMN Healthcare Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/02/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)
StartDate: 8/2/2026 Pay Rate: $2119.00 - $2250.00
This hospital is proud to announce that they have once again been ranked among the top ten hospitals in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report as part of its 2022-2023 hospital rankings. This hospital is ranked ninth (9) in the state overall and seventh (7) in the Boston metro area. It was also recognized as “high-performing” in eight specialties, an increase from six last year: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart failure, hip replacement, kidney failure, knee replacement, lung cancer surgery, pneumonia, and stroke.
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, PACU
Experience: 2 years
Licenses: RN-MA
Certifications: BLS(Copy Needed)
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in entire work history
References: 2 References in the last 48 months
Include past 7 years of work experience (If less than 7 years of Nursing experience, non-clinical work history must be provided to fulfill 7-year WH requirement here).
2 recent references, minimum 1 Supervisor or Above. References must be from same skillset of the order being submitted to.
RN License Copy On-File
Education must include city and state
Can Pass Fit Test: Y/N Answered
Flu Vax: On File or Willing to Obtain Answered (Declinations Not Accepted)
Facility Location
Newton Lower Falls is a village of Newton, Massachusetts and is situated on the Charles River. The village is also home of the famous landmark known as the Lower Falls Wine Company and the well-known author Sarah Fuller, who taught Helen Keller. This area is now a suburban neighborhood and located close to the park at the old Hamilton elementary school and bordered on the northwest by the Leo J. Martin public golf course.
Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Free, quality, private housing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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American Mobile Healthcare Job ID #3517063. 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: Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)

About AMN Healthcare Nursing

AMN Healthcare is a leader in Nurse staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities - including hospitals, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities - enable us to offer the most current travel nurse, local staffing, rapid response and crisis nurse jobs nationwide. We''re committed to finding you the best nursing job to fit your career goals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

Benefits
  • Company provided housing options
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Continuing Education

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