Cuready Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Location: Bakersfield, California
Schedule: 4x10 Days
Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,763.60 - $3,158.40
About Cuready Healthcare Staffing
Cuready Healthcare Staffing is a trusted leader in healthcare staffing, dedicated to connecting highly qualified healthcare professionals with facilities nationwide. Founded on a commitment to integrity, service, and quality patient care, Cuready partners with hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and outpatient centers to deliver reliable staffing solutions. Our experienced recruiting team includes former healthcare professionals who understand the clinical environment and advocate for both our providers and our clients.
Job Summary
Cuready Healthcare Staffing is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to support patient care and clinical operations within healthcare facilities. The ideal candidate will deliver safe, high-quality care while collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams and maintaining compliance with facility policies and professional standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide care for adult and pediatric patients in the PACU with a variety of surgical cases including general, ortho, neuro, vascular, burn, and Gyn.
- Assist in recovery of ICU patients in PACU during overflow, managing pressors, sedation, and vented patients.
- Use Cerner EMR system for effective charting.
- Collaborate with Charge Nurse and utilize available Nurse Aids during business hours.
- Adhere to hospital policies including dress code and cancellation policy.
- Maintain effective communication with interdisciplinary teams regarding patient care plans.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in PACU and ICU settings.
- Experience with pediatric cases is required.
- Current ACLS, BLS (AHA), and PALS certifications are mandatory.
- Familiarity with managing medical equipment such as ventilators in coordination with Respiratory Therapists.
- Strong understanding of Cerner EMR for patient charting.
- Active RN license required; BSN not required.
Why Work With Cuready Healthcare Staffing
- Flexible scheduling options tailored to your lifestyle
- Competitive pay packages
- Local, travel, and contract opportunities nationwide
- Recruiters with real healthcare experience
- Dedicated support throughout onboarding and assignment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cuready Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Cuready Healthcare Staffing Job ID #63682673. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Cuready Healthcare Staffing
At Cuready Healthcare Staffing, our recruiters are experienced healthcare
professionals who have worked in sonography, radiology, respiratory therapy
and more. We understand your day-to-day needs and will provide you with the
perfect blend of skills, talent, and efficiency. Our unique approach to travel
healthcare solutions help medical teams and healthcare professionals meet
their collective and individual needs. Being a healthcare staffing service in the
US since 1999, we specialize in connecting the nation's top medical
professionals with healthcare facilities throughout the country. We can
provide experienced health care professionals for temporary, temp-to-perm,
and permanent placement services.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Referral bonus
