PACU Registered Nurse Travel Job in Chicago, IL – Hyde Park

Advance your career with a PACU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Chicago’s Hyde Park area. This Post-Anesthesia Care Unit role offers a consistent weekday schedule, a supportive procedural recovery setting, and the opportunity to provide high-quality perioperative nursing care in one of Chicago’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Healthcare Job Details

• Setting: Prep/Recovery / PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)
• Employment Type: Travel RN
• Start Date: September 14, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule Highlights: Monday through Friday, no weekends, no holidays
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,760 - $1,850
• Location: Chicago, Illinois

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand
• At least 1 year of acute care nursing experience preferred; ICU or ED experience required
• Epic experience strongly preferred; candidates with limited Epic experience may require instructor-led Epic training
• Previous PACU, pre-op, prep/recovery, or procedural recovery experience preferred
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced perioperative environment
• Recent Nursys report required with submission
• Travelers must use their legal first and last name for credentialing and background processing

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in the pre-op and post-anesthesia recovery setting
• Monitor patients before and after procedures to support safe recovery and discharge readiness
• Communicate clearly with the procedural team to promote smooth patient flow and coordinated care
• Document accurately in Epic and follow established facility protocols and standards
• Deliver compassionate, attentive patient care in a surgical recovery environment

Chicago, IL Location Highlights

• Work in Chicago’s Hyde Park area, a lively and well-connected neighborhood
• Close to cultural attractions, lakefront access, parks, and a variety of dining options
• Ideal for nurses seeking travel nursing jobs in Chicago with both professional opportunity and city convenience

Apply now for this PACU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Chicago, Illinois, and join a healthcare team that values quality care and a supportive work environment.

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.