Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $1,627 per week in Wilmington, NC

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op Location: Wilmington, NC Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services Pay: $1,627 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/16/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401! Job Opportunity – PACU Registered Nurse – North Carolina Start Date: February 16, 2026 Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 0600-1900; call once every four weeks; weekend requirements vary Highlights: Phase I PACU with diverse surgical specialties including vascular, neurosurgery, orthopedics, bariatrics, pediatrics, and more 1:2 patient ratios with 30-90 minute recovery timeframes ICU-level care experience required; may recover surgical patients requiring critical care management in PACU setting Receive patients from OR, EP Lab, Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, MRI, and ICU Epic charting system with comprehensive orientation tailored to experience level 13-week travel assignment with maximum 7 days requested time off Requirements: Active North Carolina or Compact RN license Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required Minimum 2 years of nursing experience with travel experience required Phase I-II PACU experience with ICU background essential Experience with arterial lines, ICP monitoring, ventilated patients, dysrhythmia management, and central line care Pediatric experience managing T&A, ear procedures, hernias, and cleft lip/palate repairs Must be comfortable floating to surgical short stay overflow areas Candidates living within 50 miles are accepted at adjusted local rates Why It's a Great Opportunity: This dynamic Phase I PACU provides challenging and varied clinical experiences across multiple surgical specialties and patient populations from pediatrics to geriatrics. You'll utilize advanced critical care skills in a fast-paced recovery environment while working with a collaborative interdisciplinary team including IV therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams. The facility offers comprehensive orientation and the opportunity to expand your skill set across procedural sedation, wound vacs, fetal heart monitoring, and specialized equipment in a 24/7 operation supporting a high-volume surgical program. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Core Mandatory Part I Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing) Core Mandatory Part III PACU PALS RN - PACU - Acute A RN - Pharmacology A RN – PACU - Acute Self-Assessment 29177597EXPTEMP

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