Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, PACU in Kamuela, Hawaii. This travel assignment starts 06/08/2026 and runs for 16 weeks, with guaranteed 40 hours per week and 8-hour shifts in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital setting. Weekly pay ranges from $2,449 to $2,643 per week. This is a travel - temporary assignment designed to support perioperative recovery care in a high-acuity environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,449 - $2,643 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
- Contract duration: 16 weeks
- Shift: 8-hour shifts
- Start date: 06/08/2026
- Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital travel assignment

Responsibilities
- Provide postoperative care in the PACU, including continuous monitoring of vitals, airway status, respiratory function, and pain control.
- Assess patient condition, document findings, and communicate changes to the surgical and anesthesia teams.
- Administer and manage medications per orders, including IV therapies, analgesia, antiemetics, and adjuncts as needed.
- Maintain PACU equipment, ensure patient safety, monitor intake and output, and address immediate post-anesthesia concerns.
- Prepare patients for discharge to the appropriate unit or direct transfer, ensuring proper documentation and handoff.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support smooth recovery and timely patient throughput.

Requirements
- Current Hawaii RN license (active, unencumbered)
- ACLS, BLS/HCP, and PALS certifications current
- CPAN and CPI (or equivalent) highly preferred
- Minimum 2 years RN experience in Pre/Post and/or PACU environments; Phase I and II PACU and Pre-Op experience required
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
- Must pass an EKG test with 80% or higher during orientation
- All licenses and certifications must be current through the duration of the assignment

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel support and assignment guidance from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and compliance assistance with Medefis process
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Timely weekly pay processing
- Availability of extension opportunities based on unit needs and performance

Find more opportunities
If you are exploring other openings, you can view additional travel nursing opportunities by visiting Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.