PACU | Registered Nurse

Travel PACU Registered Nurse – Salem, Massachusetts

Join a dynamic perioperative nursing team in Salem, Massachusetts, and deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care as a Travel PACU Registered Nurse. Located in the scenic 01970 area, Salem offers a charming coastal New England setting with rich historic character, making it an appealing place to live and work during your assignment. This 13-week travel nursing assignment is a great opportunity for an experienced RN seeking competitive pay, a supportive team, and the chance to provide compassionate recovery care to adult patients in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

Job Details

• Position: PACU Registered Nurse (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN)
• Employment Type: Travel Nurse Assignment
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 18, 2026
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
• Location: Salem, MA 01970
• Patient Population: Adult
• Setting: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Job Requirements

• Active Massachusetts RN license
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required; PACU, perioperative, post-op recovery, or acute care experience preferred
• Current AHA ACLS and PALS certifications
• Strong assessment, documentation, and clinical critical thinking skills
• Ability to read telemetry strips and respond confidently to changing patient conditions
• Experience with electronic charting systems preferred
• Comfort working assigned night shifts in a team-oriented healthcare environment

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, attentive post-anesthesia nursing care to adult patients recovering from procedures
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, airway status, and overall recovery progress in the PACU
• Perform thorough nursing assessments and communicate changes in patient condition promptly
• Administer medications and supportive interventions according to established protocols
• Document care accurately and maintain clear communication with the care team
• Support patient education and discharge readiness as appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and fellow nurses to promote excellent patient outcomes
• Contribute to a professional, efficient, and compassionate recovery environment

Apply now for this Travel PACU RN opportunity in Salem, Massachusetts, and take the next step in your healthcare career.

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.