What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,802 per week position at NuWest Group?
NuWest Travel Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Sylmar, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Location: Sylmar, CA
Facility: Olive View - UCLA Medical Center
Position Type: Healthcare / Travel Assignment
Shift: 4x10s Days
Assignment Duration: 8 Weeks
Expected Start Date: August 10, 2026
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and adaptable Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Post-Anesthesia Care (PACU) for an 8-week travel assignment at Olive View - UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar, California. Serving the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys, this 355-bed teaching hospital provides comprehensive care in a fast-paced environment.
In this role, you will oversee post-operative recovery, closely monitoring patients transitioning out of surgery across a wide variety of specialties including Orthopedics, Robotics, Ophthalmology, Colorectal, ENT, Plastic Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Vascular, Podiatry, Thoracic, and General Surgery.
Key Responsibilities- Provide high-quality post-anesthesia care, managing airway recovery, pain management, hemodynamics, and emergence from anesthesia.
- Monitor vital signs and deliver specialized care to post-operative patients across diverse surgical procedures.
- Collaborate closely with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and perioperative staff to ensure safe patient transitions.
- Maintain strict adherence to sterile techniques, infection control protocols, and hospital guidelines.
- Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of perioperative/operating room RN experience with formal perioperative training.
- Certifications Required:
- AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Management of Aggressive Behavior (MAB) or CPI training
- LA City Fire and Life Safety Card (must be LA City specific)
- Onboarding Clearances: Must complete LA County Employee Health Clearance prior to assignment start date.
- Estimated Weekly Pre-Tax Pay: $2,434.83 – $2,864.50 per week (based on a 40-hour workweek)
- Hourly Base Rate: $25.00 / hour
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options available.
- Contractor Support: Dedicated recruiter and support team throughout your assignment.
- Local Candidates: Local contractors accepted.
NuWest Travel Nursing Job ID #283410. 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 Registered Nurse (RN) – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU): Sylmar, CA
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