Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,482 per week
Midland, TX, 79709, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- travel nurse
- PACU nurse
- post anesthesia care
This role is for a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and Pre-Operative care in Midland, TX, requiring experience with surgical patient recovery except cardiac cases. The nurse will provide care for diverse age groups, manage complex post-surgical monitoring, and work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIH, with preference for experience in critical care, pediatric patients, and using Cerner charting software.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Midland, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: PreOp / PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Opportunity:
Registered Nurse - PACU
Job Details:
• 2 years of experience preferred with all surgeries except cardiac procedures
• Experience with pediatrics required and critical care strongly preferred
• Must help with coverage in Pre-Op area
• Level II trauma experience preferred
• Patient ratio of 2:1 during day shifts
• Call required as part of the position
• Minimum of 1 weekend shift per contract required
• Must have experience recovering patients from Plastics, Urology, Dental, and GYN surgeries
• Experience required with monitoring patients with nerve blocks, chest tube insertions, central lines, intubation, and A-lines
• Care for patients of all ages from 8 months old to 100+ years old
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIH
• Cerner charting system experience preferred
• 21-bed PACU with daily census of 30 patients
• Orientation required for Preop Holding area
• Float between PACU and Preop Holding as needed
• On-site drug screening required with comprehensive panel testing
• Must work some holidays and have flexible scheduling availability
Facility:
This healthcare facility operates a comprehensive PACU and Pre-Op department that handles all surgical specialties except cardiac procedures. The facility maintains a 21-bed PACU connected to the Preop Holding area, allowing for seamless patient flow and flexible nursing coverage. The organization provides Level II trauma care and serves patients across all age groups, from infants to elderly patients. The facility offers extensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, interpretation services, radiology, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and transportation services.
Location:
Midland, TX
Midland offers excellent opportunities in the heart of West Texas oil country, providing a strong economy and growing healthcare infrastructure. The area features a lower cost of living compared to major metropolitan areas while offering modern amenities, recreational facilities, and a supportive community atmosphere for healthcare professionals.
Adex Job ID #3111230. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
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