Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,380 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Madison
Posted on: March 8, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel | Madison, WI PACU Registered Nurse (RN) travel opportunity — University Hospital, Madison, WI. Join a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma center for a 13-week travel RN assignment and make an impact in post-anesthesia care. Join the 1 hospital in Wisconsin as a PACU Registered Nurse and make a difference in patient care at a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated facility in Madison! This travel PACU nurse assignment is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment at University Hospital, located in the vibrant city of Madison (zip code 53792). Madison is known for its beautiful lakes, lively downtown, and welcoming community, making it a wonderful place to live and work during your travel nurse assignment. Job Details - Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,120 - $2,230 per week - Location: Madison, WI 53792 — Madison nursing jobs, Wisconsin travel RN - Setting: University Hospital – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Recovery Room - Assignment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nurse / Travel RN) - Start Date: April 6, 2026 - End Date: July 6, 2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - Shift: Day/Evening, Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts (rotating start times between 6:30am and 10:30am) - Hours per Week: 40 - On-Call: No regular call requirement (occasional need to stay past shift end to finish schedule) Job Requirements / Qualifications - Active Wisconsin RN license or compact license from permanent address state (must be in hand at submission) — travel nurse licensure - BLS & ACLS certifications (American Heart Association only) - Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience within the last 3 years in PACU/recovery (ambulatory setting experience preferred) — PACU RN, post-anesthesia care nurse - Epic EMR / Epic charting experience required (preferred within the last 12 months) - Basic arrhythmia/telemetry experience required; must pass a telemetry test prior to start - Experience in a Level I Trauma Center required — perioperative and trauma nursing experience preferred - Ability to float to other units as needed (flexible travel RN) - Permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility - Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions accepted) Key Responsibilities (PACU Nurse / Recovery Room RN) - Provide comprehensive pre- and post-anesthesia care to patients undergoing outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures — PACU nurse duties - Care for patients after GI and bronchoscopy procedures and manage fast-track ambulatory recovery - Administer and monitor procedural sedation, manage central/PICC lines, and provide airway assessment and management - Interpret and communicate lab values, administer blood products, and manage pain control including PCA pumps - Perform pre-op assessments, patient/family education, medication administration, and discharge planning goals - Document all care accurately using Epic EMR (Epic charting experience required) - Float to other units and locations within the organization as needed to meet staffing requirements - Participate in orientation, competency testing, and a required telemetry exam prior to start Why Madison? Madison offers a unique blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, with access to lakes, parks, and a thriving arts and food scene. Enjoy your travel nurse assignment in a city consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. — great for travel RNs and PACU nurses seeking Wisconsin nursing jobs. Apply now to join our healthcare team as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) — travel assignment at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Click Apply or contact our recruiter to learn more about this PACU travel RN opportunity. Join our healthcare team today! 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID 465332. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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