Travel Nurse RN - PACU/Pre-Post Op - $2,052 per week in Lexington, KY

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Lexington, Kentucky, 40536! Pay Information $2,052 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: PACU Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years in specialty required. License: Compact or state license required at time of submission. Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH. PALS must be obtained prior to start. Must-Have: IR PACU experience with phase 1 recovery and ICU experience. Description: This is an IR PACU position. Start times will rotate among 6 AM, 7 AM, and 8 AM. Call is not required yet, but it will be required in the near future. Shift variations will depend on the needs of the unit. Three 12-hour shifts will be scheduled each week. Response time for call is 1 hour. Weekday call will be from 8 PM to 6 AM. Weekends will be divided into two shifts from 6 AM to 6 PM or 6 PM to 6 AM. The weekend call begins Saturday at 6 AM and ends Monday morning at 6 AM. Floating requirements will apply as the PACU closes at 8 PM. Any patients left recovering will be transferred to the main PACU for completion of recovery. The IR PACU team will be responsible for recovering IR PACU patients in the main PACU. Call frequency is anticipated to be 2-3 shifts per schedule period, which is 6 weeks. Modules will be billable and completed during orientation and annually, varying by specialty. Orientation consists of 8 hours, which is classified as non-billable. 27477151EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences, advice, and support through online forums and social media groups, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and professional life.

Location: Lexington, KY, US

Posted Date: 5/12/2025