Travel High-Acuity PACU RN

Company: American Traveler
Location: Lebanon
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Lebanon, New Hampshire. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, rotating - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Mar 30, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity PACU position requiring recent Level 1 or comparable Level 2 Trauma experience and an active NH or compact RN license. Details - High-acuity, high-volume PACU setting with a fast-paced, controlled-chaos environment, particularly during evening hours - Patient population includes post-surgical patients from a wide range of specialties including vascular (carotids, AAA repairs), thoracic (esophagectomy), neuro (craniotomy, neurostimulators, modified radical neck with trach), general, gynecology, orthopedic, kidney transplants, and Whipple procedures - Ventricular drain management is required; patients requiring ICP monitoring are transferred directly to the ICU - Proficiency with arterial lines, central lines, vasoactive and sedative drips, chest tubes, and trachs is required in this role - PACU overnight boarders regularly include ICU, step-down, and med-surg patients including post-craniotomy cases - Day/night rotation with variable shift start times of 0700, 0800, 0900, 1000, 1100, or 1900 Requirements - Active NH or compact RN license required - Current BLS certification required - Minimum 2 years of recent experience in a Level 1 or comparable Level 2 Trauma center - Previous ICU and/or high-acuity PACU experience strongly preferred - 2 manager references required for consideration Additional Information - Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position - Provide post-operative care to a diverse, high-acuity surgical patient population including complex neuro, vascular, and transplant cases - Manage overnight PACU boarders who may require ICU-level or step-down monitoring American Traveler Job ID P-682852. 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: Travel RN - PACU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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