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Registered Nurse - PACU
Location: Bakersfield, California
Start Date: 08-17-2026
End Date: 11-16-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 4x10-hour shifts, Days, Every other weekend, first to float
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $74 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide expert post-anesthesia care for adult and pediatric patients recovering from surgery
- Manage ICU overflow patients including those on pressors, sedation, and ventilators
- Collaborate with a dedicated team in a fast-paced PACU setting
- Monitor vital signs, assess pain levels, and ensure safe recovery from anesthesia
- Document patient progress using Cerner EMR system
Qualifications
- 2+ years of combined PACU and ICU experience
- No first-time travelers - this is for seasoned pros
- Must have experience with pediatric patients in a PACU or ICU setting
- Active California RN license required
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (AHA) required
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficient in Cerner EMR
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
- Comfortable managing pressors, sedation, and ventilated patients
- Ability to handle a variety of cases: general, ortho, neuro, vascular, burn, GYN, ICU
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay package with tax-free stipends
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage from day one
- 401K retirement savings plan with company match
- Housing stipend to help with living expenses
- Travel reimbursement to get you there and back
- Referral bonus program for bringing friends along
Travel Perks: Explore Bakersfield, California
Located in Bakersfield, you're close to the stunning Sequoia National Forest and Kern River for hiking, rafting, and exploring. Enjoy local wine tasting, museums, and easy weekend trips to the coast or mountains.
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PACU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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