Travel IR PACU Registered Nurse - $2,256 per week

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

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/19/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 19, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an IR PACU position requiring a minimum of 1 year of ICU experience and prior IR PACU experience with Phase 1 recovery.

• Interventional Radiology (IR) PACU setting within a hospital environment
• Phase 1 recovery patient population, including pediatric patients
• Rotating start times of 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, and 9:00 AM
• Three 12-hour shifts per week with variable start times
• 3–4 late stays required per 6-week period

• Active KY RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• PALS required prior to start date (not required at time of consideration)
• Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
• Prior IR PACU experience with Phase 1 recovery required
• Experience caring for pediatric patients required
• 2 supervisor references from within the last 3 years of employment required for consideration
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible

• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 6 months before being eligible to return as a traveler
• All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of consideration — RTO requests made after submission will not be approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-697134. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU

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.