Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,220 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare - PH Division
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 6, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/09/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Nursing Jobs – Night Shift in Columbus, Ohio Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel contract in Columbus, Ohio (43210). Join a leading acute care hospital's peri-anesthesia team, delivering expert post-anesthesia care to adult and geriatric patients. Columbus offers a vibrant urban lifestyle, making it a top destination for Ohio nursing jobs and travel nurses seeking professional growth and city living. Key Job Details – PACU RN Travel Assignment - Job Title: PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract - Location: Columbus, OH 43210 - Unit: Perianesthesia - 4 Rhodes / Doan (PACU) - Start Date: January 26, 2026 - End Date: April 27, 2026 - Contract Length: 13 weeks - Estimated Weekly Pay: $2040 - $2090 - Hours per Week: 40 - Shift: Night shift; 2x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30) and 2x8-hour shifts (23:00 - 07:30) per week - Weekend Requirements: 1-2 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule - Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics - Unit Size: 20 beds; daily census 30-50 - Self-scheduling available - Orientation: 36 hours PACU RN Qualifications - Minimum 2 years of recent PACU or critical care nursing experience - Active Registered Nurse license (compact RN license or Ohio RN license required) - Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program - BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required - Experience with electronic charting systems - Level 1 Trauma experience preferred - Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only) - Ability to provide two professional references (manager, director, supervisor, or charge RN) PACU Registered Nurse Responsibilities - Deliver high-quality, compassionate post-anesthesia care in a busy PACU setting - Monitor and assess patient recovery: vital signs, pain management, and consciousness levels - Administer medications, blood products, and manage IV and central lines - Utilize advanced nursing skills: telemetry, ventilator care, dysrhythmia recognition, and management of ventilated patients - Provide care for surgical specialties: bariatrics, cardiac, neuro, ortho, vascular, and more - Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, respiratory, pharmacy, rapid response, lift teams, interpretation services) - Maintain accurate, timely documentation using electronic health record systems - Participate in self-scheduling and fulfill weekend/holiday coverage as required Discover rewarding PACU Registered Nurse jobs in Columbus, Ohio. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID 434856. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU About GHR Healthcare - PH Division 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 learn more.

Keywords: GHR Healthcare - PH Division, Columbus , Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,220 per week, Healthcare , Columbus, Ohio