GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/04/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Salem, Massachusetts
Advance your nursing career with a top-rated PACU Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Salem, MA (01970). This 13-week travel nursing job places you in a leading Post Anesthesia Care Unit, providing exceptional clinical support to surgical patients. Join our healthcare team in Massachusetts and experience the vibrant culture, history, and scenic beauty of coastal New England, just minutes from Boston.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Location: Salem, Massachusetts 01970 (Greater Boston area)
- Assignment Type: Travel RN, On-Site
- Unit: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Duration: 13 weeks (Start: January 4, 2026 – End: April 4, 2026)
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,990 – $2,130
- Hours per Week: 36 or 40 hours
- Shift Schedule: Primarily evening shifts; occasional day shifts (no night shifts). Options include 2x10-hour shifts and 1x8-hour shift, or 4x10-hour shifts.
- Patient Ratio: 1 RN : 2 patients
- Bed Count: 34
- Daily Census: 30–40 patients
- EMR System: EPIC
PACU RN Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of recent PACU Registered Nurse experience in a hospital or surgical center
- Active Massachusetts RN license
- Required certifications: ACLS, PALS, and BLS
- Ability to work evening and occasional day shifts
- Strong clinical skills in post-anesthesia care for surgical specialties: General, Thoracic, Plastic, Vascular, Orthopedics, Urology, and Gynecology
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
PACU Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients recovering from anesthesia
- Monitor and assess post-surgical patients, responding promptly to changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Document patient care accurately using EPIC EMR system
- Support patients throughout the recovery process, ensuring comfort and safety
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and nursing best practices
Explore rewarding Massachusetts nursing jobs with this PACU travel RN opportunity in Salem—a city known for its welcoming community, historic attractions, and proximity to the scenic North Shore and Boston. Enjoy a fulfilling healthcare career while discovering all that Salem, MA has to offer.
Apply now to join our PACU nursing team in Salem, Massachusetts and make a difference in patient care!
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 Job ID #439523. 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: PACU
About GHR Healthcare
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
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