
RN - PACU
Hiring bonus: up to $250 — Health Advocates Network pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- Health Advocates Network
- Location
- Arcata, CA
- Job type
- Contract
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $20.05
- Weekly
- $802
- Yearly (full-time)
- $41,704
- Meals & incidentals
- $420/week
This job pays about $20.05/hour — 70% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California ($67.44/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 hourly rate in the listing, 40 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 California right now
- 2,041 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 17 of them in Arcata.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.81/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.03/hour across 357 jobs).
Job description
Registered Nurse (RN) –Arcata,CA
Travel Package:
Travel Rate (based on 40 hours): Hourly $20.05 Stipend (Lodging $910.00 + M&I $420.00) = $1,330.00
Total Comp: $2,132.00
Travel Eligibility: Candidates must live at least 50+ miles from the facility to qualify for Travel Pay.
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.
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Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible candidates you refer ($400 referrer / $100 referee- payable after 200 hours of work)
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Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
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Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Shift Details:
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Monday - Friday, Days.
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Shared call, nights & weekends
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40 hours per week
Nursing Specialty: Pre-op / PACU RN
RN PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Duties & Responsibilities:
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Provides nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and diagnostic procedures.
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Monitors vital signs, airway, respiratory status, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, and other post-anesthesia recovery needs.
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Assesses patients for complications such as respiratory distress, bleeding, changes in blood pressure, or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
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Administers medications, IV fluids, and other treatments as ordered while monitoring patient response.
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Manages post-operative pain and nausea and provides appropriate interventions.
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Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members to ensure safe and timely patient recovery.
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Provides patient and family education regarding post-operative care and discharge instructions.
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Documents assessments, interventions, patient responses, and recovery status accurately.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Active CA State Registered Nurse License
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Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing
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Minimum of one (1) year related work experience within the last 3 years
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Valid BLS / ACLS Certification
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TB clearance done within the past 12 months.
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Additional certifications may be required
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Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
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Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).
Benefits:
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Competitive Pay
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Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance (eligibility begins after 60 days)
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401(k) Retirement Plan
Ready to Get Started?
Apply through this job posting and submit your most recent resume.
For questions about this opportunity, please contact Michelle at (800) 928-5561, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST.
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