Travel Nurse RN - PACU/Pre-Post Op - $2,781 per week in Santa Cruz, CA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: July 10, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Gifted Healthcare to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Santa Cruz, California, 95060! Pay Information $2,781 per week About The Position The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted Healthcare believes in the power one person has to make a difference in a patient’s care, inspiring Gifted’s mission to help nurses thrive and advance their careers by providing exceptional job opportunities , day one benefits , and 24/7 support. Gifted Healthcare Top Perks Guaranteed Pay - With Guaranteed Pay, you’ll never have to worry about not getting paid if your shift gets canceled for low census. Contact your recruiter for complete details. Premium Overtime – You will receive 2x your hourly rate on travel assignments for all overtime hours worked (excluding local, PRN, CA, Govt assignments). Weekly Pay - We pay you weekly so you can focus on your career and your life. Responsibilities Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN’s (PACU RNs) assess patients’ health in the pre-op state. PACU RNs are responsible for overseeing vital signs, changing bandages, and administering necessary medications. PACU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Educate families and patients about homecare instructions Manage respiratory instability and cardiac monitoring activities Assess patient’s condition after surgery is performed, ensuring that all vital signs are within range Monitor patient’s condition changes and report changes to the healthcare team Perform intervention duties in the case of post-operative emergencies 27878817EXPTEMP 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds enhances your cultural sensitivity. This is crucial in providing patient-centered care and fostering positive patient experiences. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion.

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