Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,195 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

PACU Registered Nurse Travel Job in Chicago, IL 60637

Travel PACU RN opportunity in Chicago, Illinois with a weekday schedule, strong team culture, and the chance to provide high-quality post anesthesia care in a dynamic recovery environment.

Bring your PACU expertise to a dynamic recovery setting in Chicago, IL 60637. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to support patients in prep and recovery for a procedural area while working a consistent weekday schedule. With access to the energy, culture, and convenience of Chicago, this role is a great fit for an RN who values a focused clinical setting, strong teamwork, and excellent work-life balance.

Job Details

• Position: PACU Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing Job
• Setting: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Prep/Recovery for a procedural area
• Location: Chicago, IL 60637
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• End Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 4x10-hour schedule (07:00 - 17:30)
• Shift Duration: 10 hours
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,960 - $2,060
• Orientation: 8 hours
• Schedule: Monday through Friday; no weekends or holidays

Job Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license in hand
• Registered Nurse licensure required
• Recent PACU, pre-op, recovery, ICU, or ED nursing experience preferred
• ICU or ED experience required
• Epic experience preferred; candidates with more than 1 year of Epic experience are especially encouraged to apply
• Travel nurses with fewer than 2 years of experience may be considered
• Must submit a current Nursys report pulled within the last 2 weeks
• No license hits permitted
• Ability to meet compliance requirements for a travel assignment
• Legal first and last name must be used for submission

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care in the PACU and post anesthesia recovery setting
• Monitor patients closely during post-procedure recovery
• Support pre-op and recovery workflow for procedural patients
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure smooth patient transitions
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely charting in the electronic medical record
• Deliver compassionate care while promoting patient comfort and safety
• Adapt to a weekday schedule and contribute to a reliable team environment

Apply now to join this Chicago healthcare travel nursing opportunity and bring your PACU skills to a supportive clinical team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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 #511469. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU

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