Job Description

Job Overview

Employer: TLC Nursing Associates, Inc.

Responsibilities

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide specialized post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. The ideal candidate will monitor patient conditions, manage pain, and ensure a smooth transition from the operating room to full consciousness and stability.

Qualifications

• Monitor and assess post-anesthesia patients for signs of complications
• Administer pain management medications and IV therapy as needed
• Ensure airway patency and oxygenation in recovering patients
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient recovery progress
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols

Benefits

• Active RN license (state-specific or compact)
• Minimum 2 years of PACU, ICU, or critical care experience
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Strong critical thinking and rapid assessment skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Job Description

Ready to take your nursing career on the road? TLC Nursing has an exciting 13-week travel healthcare assignment for a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in PACU in the vibrant city of Albuquerque, New Mexico. As a PACU RN in Albuquerque, you will play a crucial role in the post-anesthesia care unit, providing specialized and attentive care to patients recovering from surgery. Your expertise will be instrumental in monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and ensuring patients' safe transition from anesthesia to recovery. At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique challenges and rewards of being a travel nurse. That's why we offer round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, assistance with housing arrangements, and help with licensing to make your transition smooth and stress-free. In addition to the fulfilling work you'll be doing, you'll also enjoy some of the best benefits in the industry, including a $25,000 life insurance policy effective from day one, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire, generous paid time off, and a 401(k) plan available after one year of employment. If you're ready to embark on this exciting travel healthcare assignment as a PACU RN in Albuquerque, New Mexico, apply now and take the next step in your nursing journey with TLC Nursing.

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