Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,287 per week in New Orleans, LA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op Location: New Orleans, LA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,287 per week Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/9/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in New Orleans, Louisiana, 70121! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: PACU Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Day 4x10-Hour Hours per Shift: 10 Hours Experience: Minimum of 2 Years in Specialty License: Compact or State License Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Background in PACU or Pre/Post Op Experience - Experience with Special Procedures: LHC, RHC, TAVR, Ablations, TEE, Cardioversion, Loop Recorders, Pacemakers, Vascular Procedures - Ability to work on an "Emergency Team" as assigned Description: The registered nurse will care for pre/post patients undergoing cardiac procedures. Experience in managing and accessing ports, airway assessment, and ambulatory/outpatient care is required. Candidates should be proficient in anticoagulation therapy and antihypertensives. The role involves administering blood products and responding to cardiac arrest/CPR situations. Conscious sedation and discharge instructions are essential components of the position. Candidates must demonstrate competency in medication reconciliation and monitoring anesthesia care. Familiarity with collecting 12-lead EKGs and obtaining operative/procedural consent is required. Pain assessment and management during Phase I and II Recovery are crucial. The expected patient demographics include adults and geriatrics. The unit works collaboratively with interdisciplinary support teams such as respiratory services and rapid response teams. Candidates will require a strong commitment to patient care and should be prepared to engage in diverse procedures. Travelers will not be accepted from local areas or without the necessary experience in the specialty. All candidates must meet licensure and certification requirements before consideration. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and professional life. Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29129125EXPTEMP

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