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PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Everett, Washington

Join a collaborative post-anesthesia care team as a PACU Registered Nurse in Everett, WA. This on-site travel nursing opportunity supports pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients recovering from surgical and interventional procedures in a Level II Trauma Center. Enjoy convenient access to the Puget Sound region, outdoor recreation, waterfront views, and a welcoming Pacific Northwest community.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse
• Location: Everett, Washington
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,990–$2,090
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 10-hour evening shifts, approximately 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: No regularly scheduled weekends; occasional weekend coverage may be possible based on the schedule
• Call Requirement: None
• Patient Population: Pediatric patients age 1 and older, adults, and geriatric patients
• Patient Volume: Approximately 80–100 patients per day
• Charting: Epic
• First-Time Travelers: Welcome

PACU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid for the assignment location; compact license must be in hand when applicable
• At least 1 year of recent PACU, preoperative, postoperative, or closely related critical-care nursing experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Experience with pre- and post-operative patient assessment, recovery, monitoring, and discharge processes
• Ability to recognize and manage dysrhythmias, pain, sedation, airway concerns, and post-procedure complications
• Proficiency with IV initiation and maintenance, medication reconciliation, discharge instructions, and patient education
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Willingness to float to nearby sister units or locations when operationally required

PACU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical or interventional procedures.
• Complete preoperative assessments, review medical histories and laboratory results, verify consents, and administer pre-procedure medications as ordered.
• Monitor patients through Phase I and Phase II recovery, including airway status, vital signs, cardiac rhythm, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, and surgical site condition.
• Care for patients following vascular, general, orthopedic, pediatric, urology, gynecology, neuro/spine, thoracic, trauma, bariatric, ENT, ophthalmology, cardiovascular, and interventional radiology procedures.
• Manage pain, sedation, reversal agents, nerve blocks, monitored anesthesia care, and other post-anesthesia needs within scope and established standards.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly initiate appropriate interventions, escalation, and communication with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Perform and document 12-lead ECGs, IV therapy, medication administration, patient reassessments, and discharge readiness.
• Provide clear discharge instructions and education to patients and caregivers, including medication guidance and follow-up needs.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response teams, and other support departments to promote excellent outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic while following ASPAN standards and department policies.

Apply now for this PACU Registered Nurse travel contract in Everett, Washington, and join a collaborative post-anesthesia care team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.