PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Job in Columbus, Ohio | PreOp/PACU

Travel PACU RN opportunity in Columbus, OH: join a fast-paced Post Anesthesia Care Unit caring for adult surgical patients recovering from complex cardiovascular and vascular procedures.

This 13-week travel nursing assignment is an excellent fit for an experienced PACU Registered Nurse who thrives in high-acuity, patient-centered care and values strong team collaboration. Columbus offers a vibrant healthcare community, convenient amenities, great dining, and easy access to entertainment and outdoor activities.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940-$2,040
• Location: Columbus, OH 43210
• Setting: PreOp/PACU
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing
• Start Date: 11/2/2026
• End Date: 2/1/2027
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 12-hour shifts (8:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Call: Included, with weekend call rotation every third to fourth weekend
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Patient Ratio: 1:1
• Charting System: Epic

Job Requirements

• Active RN license in hand at the time of submission
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required
• Pre-op and post-op nursing experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred
• PACU, Level I trauma, or outpatient surgery experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• 2 professional references required, including at least 1 manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete credentialing and fingerprinting promptly

Responsibilities

• Provide direct pre-op and PACU nursing care for adult patients recovering from procedures
• Monitor and assess patients following cardiovascular and vascular surgeries and interventions
• Support care for procedures such as CABG, AAA repair, TAVR, EVAR, bypass surgeries, angiograms, pulmonary decortication, and ablations
• Perform thorough pre-op assessments, patient education, and post-op recovery monitoring
• Manage IVs, lines, medications, blood products, and airway-related care as needed
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary support teams to ensure safe, efficient patient flow
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and uphold high standards of patient safety and quality care

Apply now for this rewarding PACU RN travel nurse job in Columbus, Ohio, and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient outcomes.

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.