Travel Nurse RN

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Klamath Falls, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel

PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Klamath Falls, Oregon

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding PACU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Klamath Falls, Oregon (zip code 97601). This is an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs seeking travel nurse jobs in Oregon, offering competitive pay, a supportive hospital environment, and the chance to work in a collaborative post-anesthesia care unit. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Southern Oregon while making a difference in patient care.

Travel Nursing Job Details

- Location: Klamath Falls, Oregon (97601) – Southern Oregon healthcare jobs

- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

- Unit: PACU / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit / Day Surgery

- Duration: 13-week contract (Start: 11/18/2025 – End: 2/17/2026)

- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

- Shifts: 8, 10, or 12-hour day/evening shifts; variable start times; call required

- Estimated Weekly Salary: $2100-$2250

- Charting: Epic EMR experience preferred

- Orientation: 1 week of unit-specific orientation

PACU RN Qualifications

- Active and unencumbered RN license (Oregon RN license preferred for local candidates)

- Minimum 1 year of recent PACU nurse or critical care nursing experience

- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)

- Proficiency in Phase 1 and Phase 2 post-anesthesia recovery

- Ability to read and interpret telemetry/cardiac monitor strips

- Experience with ventilator troubleshooting (in collaboration with RT)

- Strong teamwork and communication skills

PACU Nurse Responsibilities

- Deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgical procedures (ENT, orthopedic, general surgery, gynecology, endoscopy, ophthalmology, dental, and more)

- Monitor and assess patients in both Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery settings

- Interpret cardiac monitor strips and respond promptly to changes in patient condition

- Troubleshoot ventilators as needed in conjunction with respiratory therapy

- Float between admitting, Phase 1, and Phase 2 recovery areas as required

- Participate in call rotation (every 10th or 11th weekend and scheduled weekday call)

- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes

- Accurately document all care provided in Epic EMR

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a PACU Registered Nurse in Klamath Falls, Oregon, and take the next step in your travel nursing career

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

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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 - Travel Division Job ID #433999. 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 - Travel Division

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