Travel PACU RN - $2,366 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Huntley, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring a BSN, active IL RN license, and prior post-cardiac catheterization recovery experience.

Details

• Work in the PACU of a community hospital (inpatient and ambulatory/outpatient settings)
• Patient population is primarily older adults; pediatric patients are 12 months of age and older
• Experience recovering post-cardiac catheterization patients is required
• Experience in preop and Phase II recovery phases of perioperative care is expected
• Patient ratio is 1:4
• Day shift, 5x8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday with variable start times of 6am, 9am, 10am, or 11am
• No on-call requirements
• No weekend requirements
• Epic EMR — experience required
• Floating between units or facilities within the health system may be required upon manager request

Requirements

• Active IL RN license currently in hand — emergency and pending licenses are not accepted
• BSN required
• Minimum 1 year of direct PACU experience required; 2 years preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS — all must be through AHA
• Experience with Epic EMR required
• Travel experience required
• Preferred certifications: Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS), Emergency Communications RN, Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN), Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
• Preferred: prior charge nurse experience
• Preferred: community hospital experience
• 2 references required for consideration, including at least one from a Supervisor, Manager, or Charge RN within the past year
• A skills checklist is required for consideration
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application — RTO cannot be added after submission
• Vaccination status must be documented on your profile

Additional Information

• Provide Phase I PACU, preop, and Phase II recovery care to a predominantly adult patient population
• Manage post-cath lab patients as part of regular caseload
• Pediatric patient management (ages 12 months and older) may be required
• Previous employment at Northwestern Medicine or any of its acquired facilities must be disclosed in employment history
• Candidates living within 75 miles of the facility are eligible to apply at a local rate
• Orientation modules are completed during scheduled shifts; duration varies by specialty

American Traveler Job ID #P-734341. 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: Travel RN - PACU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.