Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Job Description

Health Saviours is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/29/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:

Current New Mexico RN license or current Compact state license.

BLS Certification from AHA required.

ACLS Certification from AHA required.

PALS Certification from AHA required.

EXPERIENCE:

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Patient Care Director or Manager

ENVIRONMENT:

1. Bloodborne pathogen C (OR, PACU, L & D);
2. Bloodborne pathogen B (other Patient Care areas). Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays.

Works in a clean, well lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment. Subject to stressful professional relationships. Working hours are varied, with flexibility due to unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing and walking. Requires heavy physical effort to position, push and/or transfer patients or equipment and supplies. Requires considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Ability to judge distance and space relationships, see peripherally, distinguish and identify different colors. Hearing and visual acuity within normal or correctable limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms and psychosocial needs.

1. Re-assesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention.

1. Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.

1. Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based upon the evaluations.

1. Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.

1. Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.

1. Evaluates the plan of care.

1. Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.

Staff Responsibilities:

1. Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.

1. Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.

1. Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.

1. Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.

1. Participates in orientation of new staff/students on the unit.

1. Functions as a resource to visitors, physicians and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.

1. Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by demonstrating a professional, supportive attitude for the unit staff.

1. Being receptive and responsive to new ideas.

1. Participates in the unit’s growth and development through various mechanisms to improve organizational performance.

1. Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.

Please feel free to contact me at eva.ellis@healthsaviours.com or jenny.bae@healthsaviours.com\n\nCell: (925)-336-3771

About Health Saviours

Health Saviours

At Health Saviours, we are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare industry by providing top-notch staffing solutions to meet the evolving needs of healthcare facilities and professionals across the USA. Founded on the principles of integrity, excellence, and compassion, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the healthcare community, dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and support for both our clients and our staff.

Our Vision

Our vision at Health Saviours is to be the leading provider of healthcare staffing solutions, recognized for our unwavering commitment to quality, professionalism, and innovation. We strive to create a world where every healthcare professional feels valued, empowered, and inspired to make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Our Approach

At Health Saviours, we take a personalized approach to staffing, focusing on building meaningful relationships with both our clients and our candidates. We understand that every healthcare facility has unique staffing requirements, and every healthcare professional has unique career goals. That’s why we take the time to listen, understand, and tailor our solutions to meet the specific needs of each client and candidate.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Holiday Pay
• Retention bonus
• Referral bonus