Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (Travel)

Location: Omaha, NE
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Days + call every 5–6 weekends (holiday call required)
Pay: $2,323.80/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Position Overview

ATC Healthcare is seeking an experienced PACU / Pre-Op Registered Nurse for a fast-paced perioperative environment supporting preoperative, PACU, and Phase II recovery care. This role is ideal for nurses with strong post-anesthesia recovery skills and experience across multiple surgical specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in Pre-Op, PACU, and Phase II recovery areas.
• Recover post-operative patients across a variety of specialties: orthopedics, bariatrics, general surgery, urology, GYN, spine, sports medicine, and select radiology/cath lab procedures.
• Monitor and manage airway, hemodynamics, pain, nausea, and sedation recovery following anesthesia.
• Prepare and optimize patients for surgical or procedural care including cath lab, IR, TEE, and imaging interventions.
• Maintain safe nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3 and deliver timely assessments and interventions.
• Document all care accurately using EPIC EMR.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, perioperative services, and allied health teams.
• Float as needed between Pre-Op, PACU, and Phase II.
• Participate in on-call rotations, including holiday call.
• Complete required open-book skills exam during orientation (90% passing required).

Qualifications

• Active RN license (state requirement applies; license accepted for submission).
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS.
• Must have recent experience in both Pre-Op and PACU, including Phase II recovery.
• Minimum experience with varied surgical patient populations (ortho, general, GYN, bariatrics, etc.).
• EPIC experience preferred/required.
• Must comply with radius rule (50 miles) and cannot have employment ties (FT/PT/PRN) with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity.
• Driver’s license required at submission for radius verification.
• Artificial nails strictly prohibited (compliance required for continuation of assignment).
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and recent tuberculosis test required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.

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