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Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $3,024 per week

GHR Healthcare, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140

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GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline:

RN Start Date:

12/02/2025 Duration:

13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift:

8 hours Employment Type:

Travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Nursing Jobs – Cambridge, MA

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Cambridge, Massachusetts (02139). Join a leading healthcare team and deliver exceptional pre-operative and post-anesthesia care in both Pre-Op and PACU settings. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for experienced RNs seeking Massachusetts healthcare jobs in a vibrant urban environment known for its world-class universities and cultural attractions.

Key Job Details – PACU RN Travel Assignment

Location:

Cambridge, MA (02139) – Massachusetts nursing jobs

Estimated Weekly Salary Range:

$2520-$2700

Healthcare Setting:

Pre-Op & Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU); must float between both units

Assignment Type:

Travel Registered Nurse

Contract Duration:

13 weeks (Start: 12/2/2025 – End: 2/28/2026)

Guaranteed Hours:

40 hours per week

Shift:

Rotating 10-hour shifts (Pre-Op: 6:00a-4:30p; PACU: 8:00a-6:30p; On-call: 11:30a-10p with overnight call as scheduled)

Charge Nurse Capability:

Highly preferred

Scrub Color:

Provided by unit

Holiday Coverage:

Must work every other major holiday

PACU RN Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum 2 years of recent experience in Pre-Op and PACU nursing (travel nursing experience required)

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts

Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Two recent references from Pre-Op/PACU Charge RN, Manager, or Supervisor

Skills checklist matching PACU/Pre-Op specialty

Valid driver’s license with address matching demographics

Flu vaccine required during season

NURSYS report for RN license verification (all RN licenses, past or present, pulled within last 7 days)

EMR experience preferred (EPIC)

First-time travel nurses will not be considered

PACU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

Float between Pre-Op and PACU units as needed

Provide pre-operative and post-anesthesia care for surgical patients (General, GYN, Urology, Plastics, Ortho, Vascular, Endoscopy, IR)

Administer and monitor medications and drips, including occasional pressor support in PACU

Recover IR patients who receive anesthesia

Participate in on-call rotation (weekday nights and occasional weekends)

Demonstrate charge nurse capability and leadership skills

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMR (EPIC preferred)

Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Apply now

to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career in Cambridge, MA! Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.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. GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #428044. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU About GHR Healthcare - Travel 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.