RN: PACU

Job Description:

This travel Registered Nurse contract supports perioperative care across the pre-anesthesia, post-anesthesia Phase I, and post-anesthesia Phase II experience. You will assess and admit patients, establish intravenous access, monitor airway and vital signs, manage pain and nausea, support recovery from anesthesia, assist with nerve blocks as needed, and provide discharge education to patients and caregivers. The assignment follows a 12-hour day schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with a rotating pattern of Thursday, Friday, Saturday/Sunday, Thursday, and Friday shifts and no call. PACU, critical care, medical-surgical, day surgery, or ambulatory surgery experience will help you step confidently into this focused recovery role.

Weather:

Hermiston typically offers crisp, cool conditions during this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, a mix of sunshine and cloud cover, and occasional rain. Layers and a light waterproof jacket are useful for exploring the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Local Outdoors: Walk or bike along the Columbia River and explore nearby parks in Hermiston.
• Wine Country Day Trip: Visit tasting rooms and historic attractions in Walla Walla, Washington.
• Scenic Day Trip: Explore the landscapes, trails, and waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge.
• History and Culture: Tour the Tamastlikt Cultural Institute near Pendleton.
• Water Recreation: Enjoy boating, fishing, or a riverside picnic at Lake Wallula.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Hermiston, Oregon Shift: 12-hour days, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; 36 hours per week; no call Duration: 13 weeks