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Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
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Hours: 40 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN - PACU for a 13-week travel contract in Austin, TX, requiring a minimum of 3 years of perioperative care experience in a high-volume hospital setting.
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28-bed PACU unit providing Phase I and Phase II recovery for patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures from the OR, cath lab, radiology, and endoscopy
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Supplemented by a 72-bed Perioperative Care unit where the RN will also provide Phase II recovery and discharge planning for outpatients
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High-volume unit caring for an average of 70–90 patients daily, ranging from ambulatory surgical procedures to complex cardiovascular, orthopedic, spine, and robotic cases
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10-hour day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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No on-call, weekend, or holiday coverage required
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13-week contract
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Active TX RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand
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Current AHA BLS and AHA ACLS certifications required
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Minimum 3 years of recent, full-time experience as a Perioperative Care Center RN in a high-volume hospital setting
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Demonstrated proficiency in postoperative and post-procedure Phase I and Phase II patient care
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Ability to function independently in a fast-paced surgical environment with minimal onboarding
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Valid US Social Security Number and US home address required
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Two verifiable professional references required for consideration
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Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
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Full SSN and full DOB required for consideration
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Evaluates patients' responses to treatment and interventions and manages pain in accordance with ASPAN guidelines
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Anticipates surgical and procedural-specific patient needs based on knowledge of procedures performed and pathophysiology
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Candidates requiring extensive onboarding or with less than the required experience will not be considered
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Local candidates are welcome to apply, though a radius rule may affect the pay rate — contact your recruiter for details
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COVID vaccination is not required by this facility
