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PRN Healthcare

Travel RN - PACU

Louisville, KY · On-site

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

LanceSoft

Travel PACU Registered Nurse

Louisville, KY · On-site

LanceSoft is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in ... There is also a weekend call requirement and it is typically 2-4 weekend call shifts in a 6 week ...

Host Healthcare

Travel RN - PACU

Louisville, KY · On-site

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

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What are Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs?

Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs are registered nurses who specialize in caring for patients recovering from anesthesia after outpatient (same-day) surgeries, specifically working weekend shifts. Their primary responsibilities include monitoring patients' vital signs, managing pain and post-anesthesia symptoms, and ensuring safe recovery before discharge. They play a critical role in patient safety and comfort during the immediate post-surgical period, often working closely with anesthesiologists and surgical teams. Weekend shifts may involve unique challenges, such as fewer support staff and managing multiple patients simultaneously.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Outpatient PACU RN, you need strong post-anesthesia care skills, acute patient assessment abilities, and a current RN license, often with ACLS and PALS certifications. Familiarity with EHR systems, patient monitoring equipment, and post-operative protocols is essential. Compassion, quick decision-making, and effective communication help you excel in supporting patients and coordinating with surgical teams. These skills ensure safe, efficient recovery for patients and seamless workflow during high-demand weekend shifts.

What are some unique challenges faced by Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs, and how can new hires prepare for them?

Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs often encounter a condensed surgical schedule and may work with a smaller support team compared to weekday shifts. This can require greater independence and strong prioritization skills, as rapid patient turnover and timely discharge are essential. New hires can prepare by familiarizing themselves with common post-anesthesia complications, building solid communication habits, and staying organized to ensure patient safety while efficiently managing multiple cases. Collaboration with anesthesia providers and surgeons is critical, so being proactive in team communication is key to success.
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Travel RN - PACU

Travel RN - PACU

PRN Healthcare

Louisville, KY • On-site

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

PRN Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/02/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

PRN Healthcare Job ID #1556897. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU RN

About PRN Healthcare

Our story starts with a 21-year-old CNA named Pete Hietpas. Pete was diligently working in eastern Wisconsin with a variety of staffing agencies, but something was missing. He loved caring for his patients, but felt that staffing agencies were exchanging compassion for competitiveness. He was determined to change that. As a result, he started Nurses PRN in 1995 to become a model for the healthcare staffing industry – being competitive in the marketplace, yet still maintaining a compassionate heart.


Over the years Nurses PRN grew and evolved as a nationwide healthcare staffing company, and therefore wanted to be more inclusive to all valued healthcare professionals: nurses, allied health, locum tenens, CNAs, and more. This lead to the introduction of PRN Healthcare, which is inclusive of Nurses PRN and all of our other healthcare divisions.


Our mission to create authentic, meaningful relationships with our healthcare professionals helps us set them up for success in their dream assignment, whether that be a travel contract, local contract, or per diem shift. This is all driven by the simple idea that better care for our healthcare workers, leads to better patient care – and this is all supported by a dedicated internal staff.


Our company culture is strongly backed by faith-based values and activities, to remind us that our success provides us the opportunity to serve and give back to our communities. This is the spirit of caregiving. This is PRN Healthcare.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
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About PRN Healthcare

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As a result, he started Nurses PRN in 1995 to become a model for the healthcare staffing industry - being competitive in the marketplace, yet still maintaining a compassionate heart. Over the years Nurses PRN grew and evolved as a nationwide healthcare staffing company, and therefore wanted to be more inclusive to all valued healthcare professionals: nurses, allied health, locum tenens, CNAs, and more. This lead to the introduction of PRN Healthcare, which is inclusive of Nurses PRN and all of our other healthcare divisions. Our mission to create authentic, meaningful relationships with our healthcare professionals helps us set them up for success in their dream assignment, whether that be a travel contract, local contract, or per diem shift. This is all driven by the simple idea that better care for our healthcare workers, leads to better patient care - and this is all supported by a dedicated internal staff. Our company culture is strongly backed by faith-based values and activities, to remind us that our success provides us the opportunity to serve and give back to our communities.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Appleton, WI, US

Year founded

1995

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