Travel PACU Nurse (RN) - Lexington, North Carolina

Experience the charm and history of Lexington, NC while advancing your nursing career with a unique travel opportunity in an esteemed academic medical center. By working in this city, you'll discover a vibrant blend of Southern hospitality, scenic natural parks, and a thriving downtown—all perfect for unwinding after your shifts. Enhance your professional background alongside leading clinicians in a large, Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital renowned for pediatric care and multi-specialty surgical services.

This travel assignment lets you collaborate within a dynamic Pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit supporting primarily pediatric patients with occasional adult cases, ensuring that each day offers new learning moments. The exposure to a high-acuity, academic environment gives you the chance to expand your clinical expertise, understand varied leadership styles, and adapt to diverse workplace practices—key components for career progression and resume growth. Lexington also offers the ideal backdrop for day trips, local dining, and outdoor recreation during your downtime.

Schedule/Hours:

• Variable shifts depending on unit needs

Qualifications:

• Active, unencumbered RN license
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric critical care experience (2 years preferred)
• At least one completed travel assignment—first-time travelers not accepted
• Skilled in post-op pediatric care; comfortable managing drips commonly found in critical care (heparin, insulin, some cardiac)
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors
• Engaged, resourceful, proactive, and thrives in a team-based, open-bay setting

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver vigilant monitoring and exceptional post-anesthesia care to pediatric patients across a spectrum of specialties
• Occasionally assist with adult patients based on unit needs
• Manage all aspects of telemetry and be adaptable to float between similar care populations
• Collaborate closely with a supportive team (educators, transporters, 24/7 anesthesia) and communicate effectively within a “all hands on deck” culture

Benefits & Travel Perks:

• Tax-advantaged travel stipends and top-tier compensation
• Comprehensive health coverage and 401(k)
• Guaranteed job security with consistent healthcare demand
• Assistance with relocation and logistics
• Complimentary scrubs and free parking

Ready to make a real impact and broaden your nursing expertise while living in a dynamic new region? Apply now to start your Lexington adventure!