Travel PACU Registered Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Days, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Feb 9, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU Day Surgery Recovery position in Texas, requiring a TX or compact RN license and at least one year of recent PACU experience. Details - Work in the PACU Day Surgery Recovery unit of a hospital setting - Day shifts from 07:00 to 19:00 - 13-week contract assignment - Patient care during post-anesthesia recovery periods Requirements - Active TX or compact RN license required - Minimum of one year recent experience in PACU - Current AHA or ARC BLS and ACLS certifications valid for the duration of the contract - No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months - U.S. Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration - No local candidates; must reside outside a 50-mile radius Additional Information - Responsibilities include monitoring and caring for patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery - Must provide professional reference(s) as required: one for Texas assignments - Scrub or dress code policies will be communicated during onboarding - Holiday or weekend coverage expectations may apply as per unit needs American Traveler Job ID P-664707. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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