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Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia CareGHR Healthcare - PH Division • Lexington, KY, US
Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

GHR Healthcare - PH Division • Lexington, KY, US
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Job Description

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
  • Discipline : RN
  • Start Date : 01 / 13 / 2026
  • Duration : 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift : 12 hours
  • Employment Type : Travel

PACU Registered Nurse Jobs – Interventional Radiology Prep / Recovery (Travel Nursing Assignment) in Lexington, Kentucky\n

\n Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Interventional Radiology Prep / Recovery at a leading Level I Trauma Center in Lexington, KY. This travel nursing job offers an exciting opportunity for experienced post-anesthesia care nurses to provide high-quality clinical support to diverse patient populations, including pediatric and adult patients, in a fast-paced healthcare environment.\n

\n\nKey Job Details – PACU RN Travel Nursing in Lexington, KY\n \n

  • Location : Lexington, Kentucky (40536) – Discover Kentucky nursing jobs in a vibrant city known for its horse country, rich history, and welcoming healthcare community.\n
  • Estimated Weekly Salary : $1800-$1840\n
  • Assignment Length : 8-10 weeks (potential for extension)\n
  • Start Date : December 2, 2025\n
  • End Date : January 27, 2026\n
  • Shift : 3x12-hour day shifts weekly (rotating start times : 6 : 00am, 7 : 00am, or 8 : 00am)\n
  • Hours per Week : 36\n
  • On-Call : 2-3 call shifts per 6-week schedule (weekday / weekend call required)\n
  • Unit : Interventional Radiology PACU (Prep / Recovery)\n
  • Patient Population : Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics\n
  • \n\nPACU Registered Nurse Qualifications\n \n

  • Active Compact RN or Kentucky Registered Nurse license (required at submission)\n
  • Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nursing experience, including phase 1 recovery\n
  • At least 1 year of ICU nurse experience\n
  • Experience caring for pediatric patients (not limited to pediatric PACU)\n
  • Level I Trauma Center experience preferred\n
  • Required certifications : BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; PALS required prior to start (can obtain after offer)\n
  • Proficient in arterial line management, ventilated patient care, conscious sedation, dysrhythmia recognition, medication reconciliation, and pre / post Interventional Radiology procedures\n
  • Ability to float within hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed\n
  • Reference from a charge nurse or supervisor required at submission\n
  • COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (medical / religious exemptions considered)\n
  • Local travelers within 75 miles not accepted\n
  • \n\nPACU RN Responsibilities – Interventional Radiology\n \n

  • Deliver comprehensive pre- and post-procedure nursing care for Interventional Radiology patients in the PACU\n
  • Monitor phase 1 recovery and ICU-level patients, including pediatric and adult populations\n
  • Administer conscious sedation and manage arterial lines and ventilated patients\n
  • Provide discharge instructions and perform medication reconciliation\n
  • Respond to scheduled call shifts, including after-hours and weekends\n
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy)\n
  • Float to main PACU as needed for patient recovery\n
  • Complete required onboarding, orientation, and annual competency modules\n
  • \n\n

    \n If you are a skilled PACU Registered Nurse seeking travel nursing jobs in Kentucky and passionate about patient-centered care, apply now to join our healthcare team in Lexington, KY!\n

    Benefits

    401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

    About GHR

    For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

    We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

    We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

    Equal Opportunity

    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

    Planet Healthcare Job ID #430966. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : PACU

    About GHR Healthcare - PH Division

    For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

    professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

    uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

    compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

    cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

    advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

    consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

    learn more.

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