Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,473 per week in San Mateo, CA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op Location: San Mateo, CA Agency: Gifted Healthcare Pay: $2,473 per week Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/8/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Gifted Healthcare to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in San Mateo, California, 94401! The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted Healthcare believes in the power one person has to make a difference in a patient’s care, inspiring Gifted’s mission to help nurses thrive and advance their careers by providing exceptional job opportunities , day one benefits , and 24/7 support. Gifted Healthcare Top Perks Guaranteed Pay - With Guaranteed Pay, you’ll never have to worry about not getting paid if your shift gets canceled for low census. Contact your recruiter for complete details. Premium Overtime – You will receive 2x your hourly rate on travel assignments for all overtime hours worked (excluding local, PRN, CA, Govt assignments). Weekly Pay - We pay you weekly so you can focus on your career and your life. Responsibilities Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN’s (PACU RNs) assess patients’ health in the pre-op state. PACU RNs are responsible for overseeing vital signs, changing bandages, and administering necessary medications. PACU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Educate families and patients about homecare instructions Manage respiratory instability and cardiac monitoring activities Assess patient’s condition after surgery is performed, ensuring that all vital signs are within range Monitor patient’s condition changes and report changes to the healthcare team Perform intervention duties in the case of post-operative emergencies 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams. Working with diverse teams in various settings enhances your communication skills. You learn to effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and families from different backgrounds. 24641420EXPTEMP

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