
PACU | Registered Nurse
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $42.60
- Weekly
- $2,130
- Yearly (full-time)
- $110,760
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- 09/13/2026
This job pays about $42.60/hour — 15% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts ($50.27/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, 50 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 Massachusetts right now
- 1,446 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Massachusetts from 6 agencies, 352 of them in Boston.
- Pay in these listings: $8.00 – $107/hour, median $63.53/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Massachusetts: $50.27/hour ($104,562/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($80.90/hour across 177 jobs).
Job description
PACU RN Travel Assignment – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse in Boston, MA 02114
Experienced PACU RN needed for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Boston’s 02114 area. Join a respected academic medical center and provide high-quality post-anesthesia recovery care in a fast-paced perioperative environment.
Join a dynamic perioperative care team in Boston’s 02114 area, where historic charm meets the energy of a world-class medical and academic community. This travel PACU nurse opportunity offers the chance to work in a fast-paced recovery setting supporting patients after surgery while building valuable experience in a highly respected clinical environment. With a convenient Boston location near vibrant neighborhoods, renowned dining, culture, and waterfront views, this assignment is an excellent fit for an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding next step in Boston healthcare.
Job Details
- Position: PACU RN / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 09/13/2026
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
- Hours per Week: 36
- Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts
- Shift Schedule: Primarily nights, with shifts scheduled between 6:00 AM and 11:30 PM; 50% day/evening rotation
- Weekend Requirement: Up to 2 weekend shifts per month
- Openings: 3
- Location: Boston, MA 02114
Job Requirements
- Active RN license
- 3+ years of Registered Nurse experience
- 1+ years of travel PACU experience
- 1+ years of experience in an academic medical center
- Strong knowledge of post-anesthesia recovery, surgical recovery, and patient monitoring
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced perioperative and surgical recovery environment
- Completion of required onboarding and compliance documentation
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
- Monitor vital signs, pain levels, airway status, and post-operative condition in the PACU
- Assess patients for complications and respond quickly to changes in condition
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiology, and perioperative team members to ensure safe patient transitions
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress accurately in the medical record
- Support a positive patient experience through compassionate, attentive bedside care
- Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, safety standards, and unit expectations
Why Apply for This Boston PACU RN Job?
- Competitive weekly pay for travel nurse jobs in Boston
- Work in an academic medical center with a strong clinical reputation
- Gain valuable experience in a high-acuity post-anesthesia care unit
- Convenient Boston, MA location with access to major healthcare employers
Apply now to join this Boston PACU travel nursing opportunity and take the next step in your RN career!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
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