Travel Registered Nurse - PACU in Kernersville, NC

Discover the charming community of Kernersville, NC—a vibrant place that blends small-town warmth with easy access to both scenic outdoor adventures and the cultural attractions of the surrounding area. Traveling here not only means practicing in a new environment, but also gaining invaluable experience in a leading academic medical center where diverse surgical specialties are the norm. Enhance your professional journey with exposure to innovative workplace practices, a highly collaborative team culture, and robust leadership in a Level 1 Trauma and teaching facility.

This opportunity serves primarily pediatric patients in a dynamic PACU setting. You'll expand your expertise supporting a variety of post-op cases (excluding cardiac surgery), managing both inpatient and outpatient children from 0–17 years old, and occasionally assisting with adults as needed. The facility offers state-of-the-art technology and a supportive infrastructure with 24/7 anesthesia, PACU educators, and a dedicated management team—giving you ample room to grow and add high-impact experience to your resume.

Schedule/Hours

• Full-time travel assignment
• Shifts and scheduling details provided during the interview process

Qualifications:

• Active RN license
• Minimum 1 year of critical care peds experience (2 years preferred)
• Previous travel assignment required
• BLS and PALS certifications
• Experience with EMR (EPIC), Alaris pumps, Omnicell, and Philips monitors
• Resourceful, self-motivated, and a proven team player, especially in open bay units

Responsibilities:

• Deliver specialized post-anesthesia care to pediatric patients
• Manage acuity-dependent patient ratios: RN 1:1 or 1:2
• Monitor telemetry, manage drips common to ICU settings (heparin, insulin, some cardiac)
• Collaborate closely within an "all-hands-on-deck" environment
• Provide care to adults if needed, based on unit needs
• Partner with interdisciplinary team, leveraging on-site educators and management support

Benefits & Perks:

• Tax-advantaged travel stipends and travel assistance
• Premium pay structure
• Comprehensive healthcare and 401(k) options for secure employment
• Professional development in an academic, Level 1 Trauma setting
• Free parking, scrubs provided, and seamless onboarding/orientation
• Opportunities to explore Kernersville’s welcoming community and nearby natural parks during downtime

Take the next step in your nursing career and apply today to experience both professional excellence and personal adventure in Kernersville, NC!