Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,224 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 11/25/2025 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position in Illinois requiring 2 years of recent acute care PACU experience and a current IL RN license. Responsibilities - Work in the PACU unit of an acute care hospital setting - Schedule consists of four 10-hour day shifts per week from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Every other weekend coverage is required, totaling two weekends per month - Mandatory floating to other units or facilities as needed, within a 50-mile limit - Use of Cerner electronic medical record system - No block scheduling or special scheduling requests permitted - Scrub color is navy blue and scrubs are not provided - Team-based floating model will be used if assigned outside of primary specialty - No home units; clinicians may be assigned throughout various hospital units - Strict compliance procedures, including completion of lab work within 72 hours of offer acceptance - Maximum of 5 days requested time off, with no more than 2 consecutive days allowed - No time off permitted on weekends, holidays, or the day before or after a holiday - Parking is available for $5 per entry in a garage adjacent to the hospital - Orientation compliance deadline is the Monday before start date Requirements - Active IL RN license required at the time of application - Minimum 2 years of recent PACU RN experience in an acute care facility - Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS - Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required prior to start date - Locals accepted and preferred; candidates must reside within a 75-mile radius of the facility - Pending licenses are not accepted Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-629771. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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