Travel Phase I PACU Registered Nurse - High Pay Opportunity

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline : RN Start Date : 12 / 22 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 10 hours, days Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring critical care experience and a MO or compact RN license. Responsibilities Work in a 38-bay PACU unit within a large Level I Trauma and Magnet Teaching Hospital Patient population includes adults, occasional adolescents, and geriatrics recovering from diverse surgeries excluding open heart and liver transplants Care for post-op cases such as neurosurgery, ENT, orthopedics, thoracic, vascular, trauma, and transplant 4x10 hour shifts, Monday through Friday with rotating start times as needed No weekend or call requirements Floating may occur within PACU or PreOp units as needed Uses EPIC charting system; EPIC experience preferred Unit staffed 24 / 7 with dedicated PCT / transport team Recover a diverse array of acute post-op patients including complex trauma and surgical cases No responsibility for recovery of open heart or liver transplant patients Must wear navy blue scrubs Must pass fit testing; facial hair must allow for proper testing or shaving may be required Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO during the first week of assignment Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler to this health system Standard travelers may stay up to 18 months with a required 3-month break afterwards Pre-employment modules and compliance must be completed prior to start Requirements Active MO or compact RN license required BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum 2 years of inpatient critical care or PACU experience Experience with Level I Trauma Centers and Phase I PACU Skills in dysrhythmia recognition, blood product administration, phlebotomy, IV vasopressors, ICP monitoring, care of ventilated patients, and starting IVs required Ability to recognize and manage dysrhythmias and respond to acute post-op needs Experience with EPIC charting preferred Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility-no local candidates allowed First-time travelers are accepted Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-635472. 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 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.