Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $1,883 per week in Anchorage, AK

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op Location: Anchorage, AK Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $1,883 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Anchorage, Alaska, 99508! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Duration: 13 weeks Shift: One is three 12-hour shifts from 0900-2130 and the other is three 12-hour shifts from 1000-2230. Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years of PACU experience required License: Permanent RN license required Certifications: ACLS, PALS, BLS Must-Have: Candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role. PACU experience is required. Description: The role involves managing patients in the recovery room post-procedure. The nurse will be responsible for the recovery of deep sedation patients. Management of post-procedural devices will be necessary. The patient-to-nurse ratio is 2:1. The unit is staffed with a charge nurse and several staff RNs during the day. Staff RNs are scheduled for night shifts as well. Telemonitoring and various medical devices will be utilized. Familiarity with EMR, specifically EPIC, is preferred. The ideal candidate will be eager, compassionate, and caring. Weekends and on-call shifts will be part of the schedule. Approximately 5 on-call shifts per 4-week schedule are anticipated. Shifts will include 1-2 Saturdays per month. The dress code includes scrubs in Caribbean blue. No floating to other areas will be required. This position is created to fill a vacant role. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. If you enjoy outdoor activities, travel nursing in different regions provides opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water sports, depending on the assignment location. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 28553605EXPTEMP

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