RN: PACU

Job Description:

This 13-week travel contract is for a PACU Registered Nurse supporting Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery for patients following general, orthopedic, urology/gynecology, and ENT procedures. You will monitor post-anesthesia recovery, read cardiac strips, manage IVs, and care for patients recovering from a range of surgical cases. ICU experience is not required, though PACU experience is needed for assignments that include PACU coverage. The role may include floating between departments and occasional call or standby responsibilities with a 30-minute response time. The unit uses EPIC and offers both early and closing shifts.

Weather:

Expect cool, mild conditions with a mix of cloudy skies, occasional rain, and comfortable breaks of sunshine. The area’s coastal setting can bring a refreshing breeze, so a light waterproof layer is useful for exploring outdoors.

Fun Things To Do:

• Waterfront Stroll: Explore Gig Harbor’s waterfront shops, marinas, restaurants, and scenic views.
• Harbor History Museum: Learn about the area’s maritime heritage and local community history.
• Day Trip - Seattle: Visit museums, markets, waterfront attractions, and neighborhood dining across the sound.
• Day Trip - Olympic Peninsula: Enjoy coastal scenery, forests, and outdoor recreation throughout the peninsula.
• Point Defiance Park: Walk forested trails, enjoy waterfront views, and visit the park’s gardens and attractions in nearby Tacoma.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Gig Harbor, Washington

Shift: 10-hour days, Monday through Friday; typical schedules include 5:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Duration: 40 hours per week for 13 weeks