Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,606 per week - Elmer New Jersey

Company: TalentBurst, Inc
Location: Elmer, New Jersey
Posted On: 05/06/2025

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Elmer, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/19/2025
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel Job Description: Registered Nurse - PACU Location: Elmer, NJ 08318
  
  Guaranteed Hours: 40
  
  Time Type: Days (10-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) Unit Description: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of surgical processes and demonstrate competency across a wide range of surgical specialties, including orthopedics, neurosurgery, general surgery, robotics, gynecology, and urology. Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.
  • Monitor patients' vital signs and assess their condition post-surgery.
  • Administer medications and manage pain control as per physician orders.
  • Collaborate with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Float between Elmer and Vineland for same-day surgeries as required.
  • Participate in on-call rotations, including one weeknight per week and one weekend per month.
  • Maintain accurate patient records using the Cerner charting system. Qualifications:
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience in PACU or Same Day Surgery.
    • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
    • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
    • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
    • American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required. Knowledge & Skills:
      • Strong understanding of anesthesia agents and their effects on patients.
      • Familiarity with discharge criteria and specimen collection processes.
      • Proficient in medication administration and the medication management system.
      • Experience with Cerner and other unit-specific computer systems.
      • Knowledge of National Patient Safety Goals and their application in clinical practice. Physical Requirements:
        • Lifting: Frequently lifting 50 lbs.
        • Standing, Sitting, Walking: Frequently required.
        • Climbing, Kneeling, Crouching: Occasionally required.
        • Hearing, Talking, Vision: Constantly required. Call off:
          • Client may cancel (call-off) up to one (1) shift per two week period without paying for the cancelled hours. First day instructions(FDI):
            • FDI are emailed directly by the hospital. Please expect 3 emails on the Friday before Monday start date. Please be sure to look in the junk folder as well - emails are sent usually around 2:00 pm on Friday.
            • Monday is a virtual day - Teams call starts around 8:30 - 9 am. Invite/link sent via email. After the Teams meeting, continue the day with 'at your pace' modules sent by the facility.
            • Badge appointment is emailed by the facility to issue the badge and review policy/procedures. The ID badge is very important to obtain prior to Orientation Shift. This is how you will clock in and out - so you can be paid accurately.
            • Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - orientation classes are scheduled ONSITE 1-4 hours long in early afternoon and details are sent after Monday meeting is completed. These are MUST attend and cannot be rescheduled or missed- you will take the end of class assignment which is required to schedule the orientation shift.
            • Orientation shift - Fri/Sat/Sun shift which will be at the time of the shift hired for and schedule will be made available after Tue/Wed/Thur orientation classes have been completed.
            • The POCT class is scheduled for the 2nd or 3rd week of the assignment. Please share your POCT class date with us once received and remember to attend.
            • You must be available for the full 7 days of the first week for Orientation. No special scheduling is permitted for orientation. If you cannot attend or miss any part of the full orientation the offer will be rescinded.
              
              
              
              
              #TB_HC Talent Burst Job ID #25-29656. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - PACU About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement. More...

                  

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