Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $1,926 to $1,938 per week in Lexington, NC

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Lexington
Posted on: March 13, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op Location: Lexington, NC Agency: TalentBurst, Inc. Pay: $1,926 to $1,938 per week Shift Information: 4 days x 10 hours Start Date: 3/23/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with TalentBurst, Inc. to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Lexington, North Carolina, 27292! Primary Purpose The Registered Nurse – Resource Team provides comprehensive nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies, procedures, and/or protocols under the supervision of the nursing leader. The RN Clinical Nurse/RT assists in maintaining a safe work environment and performs all related job responsibilities in a safe manner. The Registered Nurse – Resource Team maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served. Must be available to provide nursing services in all patient care areas of expertise and knowledge, at all elected facilities. A registered nurse's practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements. Major Responsibilities Collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or the situation. Analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual or potential diagnoses, problem, and issues. Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected, measurable outcomes. Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Delegates elements of care to appropriate healthcare workers in accordance with any applicable legal or policy parameters or principles. Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes. Practices ethically. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice. Collaborates with healthcare consumers and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Integrates evidence and research findings into practice. Contributes to quality nursing practice. Evaluates one's own and others' nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations. Utilizes appropriate resources to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible. Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Participate in committees, shared governance, or facility decision making activities, developing and nurturing research to positively affect clinical outcomes and promotion. Models the Atrium Health mission, vision, and value. Supports and contributes to the Patient Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every teammate is a Caregiver whose role is to meet the needs of the patient. Page 1 Date Printed: 1/28/2025 Job Title: Registered Nurse – Resource Team Job Code: 910CCS Minimum Job Requirements Education Graduate from an accredited School of Professional Nursing. Certification / License Valid, active unencumbered Nursing license approved by the Georgia Licensing Board for GA locations and Alabama Licensing Board for AL locations. BLS required. ACLS required. Work Experience years of nursing experience in specialty area required. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Patient Population Served Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served. Protected Health Information Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job. Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes. Access to verbal, written and electronic PHI for this job has been determined based on job level and job responsibility within the organization. Computerized access to PHI for this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password. Machines, Tools, and Equipment All related medical equipment and supplies . Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must speak English in good, understandable terms. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing required. Page 2 Date Printed: 1/28/2025 Job Title: Registered Nurse – Resource Team Job Code: 910CCS Preferred Job Requirements Education BSN preferred Certification / License Experience Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required within the department by the nurse leader. JOB DESCRIPTION RN - PACU About Facility: 250 Hospital Drive Lexington, NC 27292 96 licensed beds Primary Stroke Center Not Trauma Designated Teaching hospital with residents Not a Chest Pain Center Unit Information: Beds: 10 PACU bays Average patients/day: 400 cases/month Minimum Years of Experience required: 3 years of PACU experience Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: Ortho (total joints, sports medicine), general, urology, DaVinci, GYN, ENT, Peds (dental), podiatry, scar revisions Regional anesthesia, blocks No spine, cardiothoracic, cranial, or high-level surgeries Patient Ratios: 1:1-2, depending on case and acuity Required License, National Certification, Certs: BLS, ACLS, PALS Skills required: Experience with above patient types Phase I recovery of general anesthesia, MAC anesthesia, moderate sedation. If phase 2 is backed up, could be doing phase 2 recovery and discharge in Phase I. Could scrub in and gown up for the OR and help hold a retractor or a camera. Will not need to act as circulating OR RN but could just assist with this portion. This could happen on call-back. EPIC Experience Support within the Department: OR Assistant might be able to help with transport, but no CNA OR Charge RN, no PACU Charge RN Management available during the day 4-5 RNs for PACU Phlebotomy RT 24/7 Hospitalist 24/7 Anesthesiologists/CRNAs Surgeons Technology/Equipment: EMR: EPIC – required IV Pump: Alaris Med dispensing: Omnicell Floating: No Orientation (facility and unit): NEO 1 week Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every 5th-6th weekend, call only. Saturday 0700 – Monday 0700 On call: Yes (1 weeknight per week, 1700-0700, 30-minute response, no sleep rooms) Holiday Expectations: 1-2 holidays per year, call only Approval of RTO: to go through manager Shift times: 10h Days, 0730-1800. Will have a rotating day off Schedule cycle: Lead RN makes 6-week schedule Other notes: Scrub Color: Provided, locker will be provided in locker room Parking: Free TB_RN ZRHC 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion. Travel nursing allows you to explore different nursing specialties. You can try various areas of healthcare, helping you identify your preferred niche or specialty. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities. 29464327EXPTEMP

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