GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

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 Plymouth, Massachusetts

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) with a 13-week travel assignment in Plymouth, Massachusetts (02360). This is an excellent opportunity for experienced nurses seeking travel nursing jobs in New England. Plymouth offers a scenic coastal setting, vibrant community, and historic charm—making it a top destination for healthcare professionals.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2300-$2360
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (December 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026)
• Healthcare Setting: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pharmacy Unit
• Shift: 12-hour evening shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week (guaranteed 72 hours biweekly, not including on-call)
• On-Call: One 24-hour weekend shift per month and three night calls per month (11pm–7am); 30-minute response time required
• Weekends & Holidays: Required
• Start Date: December 1, 2025
• Orientation: Biweekly (11/17, 12/01, 12/08)
• Location Requirement: Travelers must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts RN license (required at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nursing experience
• Proficient in caring for patients on drips and ventilators
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS (or ENPC equivalency) certifications from AHA
• Ability to pass ECG/Tele and Medication tests during onboarding (one attempt only, 85% passing score)
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
• No holiday time off; limited RTO (requests must be submitted at application)
• Must not have worked for Beth Israel Lahey Health in any capacity within the last 6 months

PACU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care to patients in the PACU
• Monitor and manage patients recovering from anesthesia, including those requiring drips and ventilator support
• Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition and provide appropriate clinical interventions
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Participate in scheduled on-call rotations
• Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation
• Comply with all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now to join our supportive healthcare team in Plymouth, MA, and experience one of the best travel RN jobs in Massachusetts!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #425024. 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

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