PACU RN in Boston, Massachusetts
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,374/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.94
- Weekly
- $2,374
- Yearly (full-time)
- $123,448
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $65.94/hour — 31% above 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, 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 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
Join this engaging travel RN opportunity in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), where you'll deliver specialized nursing care to both pediatric and adult patients recovering from anesthesia. The role involves managing a variety of surgical cases, from routine outpatient procedures to complex surgeries such as microvascular reconstructions and head and neck oncologic procedures. You'll apply your assessment and critical thinking skills to monitor physiologic stability, swiftly recognize and respond to post-operative complications, and facilitate a smooth transition for patients to subsequent care areas. This assignment offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment that values precise clinical judgment, with shifts often structured as four 10-hour days or three 12-hour days, featuring day and evening rotations.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild and comfortable, with warm days and cooler evenings, ideal for exploring the city and enjoying outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do:
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- Historic District Tour: Discover architecture and history in surrounding neighborhoods.
- Outdoor Parks and Trails: Enjoy walking or biking in scenic parks and nature preserves close by.
Job Specifics:
Location: Boston, MA
Shift: 4 10-hour shifts or 3 12-hour shifts (day/evening)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 40.0
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