PACU RN in Washington, District Of Columbia
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,824/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $50.67
- Weekly
- $1,824
- Yearly (full-time)
- $94,848
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $50.67/hour — 3% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in District of Columbia ($49.30/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in District of Columbia right now
- 83 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in District of Columbia from 4 agencies, 82 of them in Washington.
- Pay in these listings: $42.96 – $79.83/hour, median $56.75/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in District of Columbia: $49.30/hour ($102,544/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($56.96/hour across 44 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as a Registered Nurse in a post-anesthesia care unit in Washington, District of Columbia. You will monitor post-operative patients as they recover from anesthesia, assess vital signs and levels of consciousness, identify medication side effects, manage pain and nausea, administer prescribed medications, maintain accurate EMR documentation, and provide post-surgery education to patients and families.
This role is designed for an experienced PACU/Preop nurse with recent ICU experience who can think critically and work independently in a high-acuity setting. The schedule includes three 12-hour night shifts per week, along with scheduled Saturday work and PACU call coverage. Travelers select Saturday assignments and a combination of day and night call shifts during the scheduling period.
Recent PACU/Preop experience and at least two years of ICU experience are required. Active District of Columbia RN licensure, graduation from an accredited or NLN-approved RN program, and current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required. BSN, CPAN, TNCC, and CCRN credentials are highly desirable. Applicants must reside at least 50 miles from the assignment location.
Weather
Washington, District of Columbia, typically offers crisp, comfortable days with cooler evenings during this time of year. Expect generally pleasant conditions for exploring the city, with occasional rain and changing temperatures.
Fun Things To Do
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National Mall: Explore the monuments, memorials, and Smithsonian museums.
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Georgetown: Walk the waterfront, browse local shops, and enjoy the historic neighborhood.
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Old Town Alexandria Day Trip: Visit the waterfront and historic streets just outside the city.
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Annapolis Day Trip: Spend a day exploring the harbor, downtown shops, and maritime history.
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Great Falls Day Trip: Enjoy scenic overlooks, walking trails, and views along the Potomac River.
Job Specifics
City and State: Washington, District of Columbia
Shift: 12-hour nights; three shifts per week, including scheduled Saturday work and call coverage
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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