- Specialty
- PACU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
Job description
Patterns Hiring is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Bay City, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU | Day Shift
Facility: McLaren Bay Region
Location: Bay City, MI
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: November 9, 2026
Schedule: 9:00 AM–9:30 PM (variable start and shift times)
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Weekend Requirement: Yes
On-Call: Required
Candidate Type: Local & Traveler
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week contract assignment. The RN will monitor and care for patients recovering from anesthesia, manage post-operative symptoms, and identify complications to support safe recovery.
Responsibilities
Monitor vital signs, consciousness, and respiratory status during post-anesthesia recovery.
Maintain airway patency and respond promptly to respiratory complications.
Administer medications and fluids to manage pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms.
Assess surgical sites, dressings, and patients for bleeding or other complications.
Recognize adverse reactions and initiate appropriate interventions.
Document patient assessments and care accurately.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the healthcare team.
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of PACU experience.
Active Michigan RN license at submission.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.
Availability for required weekends and on-call responsibilities.
Flexibility to accommodate variable shift start times.
Patterns Hiring Job ID #72047-1026. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Patterns Hiring
Patterns Inc. is a talent solutions and staffing organization supporting clients across healthcare and allied domains. We partner closely with hospitals, healthcare systems, and organizations to deliver high-quality professionals for contingent and permanent roles.
Our teams operate with a strong focus on transparency, accountability, and long-term career alignment. We believe successful placements are built on understanding both client needs and candidate goals, not just filling roles quickly.
At Patterns, candidates can expect clear communication, ethical hiring practices, and consistent support throughout the hiring process. We value professionalism, collaboration, and growth, and we strive to create opportunities where talent can build meaningful and sustainable careers.
Benefits
- Referral bonus