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Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top PACU Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top PACU travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 7 of the best available PACU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 2 exclusive, high-paying Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. California PACU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Santa Clara, Oakland, Yreka, San Diego and Bakersfield. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California PACU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nurse in California as of Oct 1, 2024 was $2,359 weekly. Currently, you can find PACU jobs in California with a salary range between $1,890 to $3,488 per week. The city with the highest paying PACU job in California currently is Walnut Creek with a position for a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU at $2,083 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find PACU travel nursing work in. Scripps Systemwide Resource Services in San Diego and Adventist Health Bakersfield in Bakersfield all have PACU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for PACU travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Dec 5, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU role at $3,144 per week. The latest start date for an job in California is Dec 17, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU role at $3,488 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nurse job in California including 8 weeks, 11 weeks and 12 weeks.

California is a popular place to work for PACU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in California with Travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 7 travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit positions available in the state of California. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 2 travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit positions available in Bakersfield.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 11
$1,950 to $2,149
Weekly Pay*
Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Bakersfield, California – 93301
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 20
$1,909 to $2,104
Weekly Pay*
Central to all that California has to offer, Adventist Health Bakersfield has been providing an extraordinary team of world-class physicians, top-notch medical technology, caring professionals and award-winning quality since 1910. We are comprised of a 254-bed acute care hospital and 20 primary and specialty care medical offices. As one of America’s fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California’s great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Oakland, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 1 travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit positions available in Oakland.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Oakland, California – 94611
  • 10 E,
  • December 16, 2024
  • 13
$3,084 to $3,398
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Highest Paying Jobs in San Diego, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 1 travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit positions available in San Diego.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • San Diego, California – 92123
  • 8 D,
  • December 9, 2024
  • 13
$1,959 to $2,159
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility
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Highest Paying Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 1 travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit positions available in Walnut Creek.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Walnut Creek, California – 94598
  • 12 D,
  • December 5, 2024
  • 12
$1,890 to $2,083
Weekly Pay*
WILL TAKE CALL Position Description: • PACU • MUST HAVE CURRENT CA LIC AT TIME OF SUBMISSION • Special skills required : exp with PEDS • Pt population : 321 beds in hospital, not teaching hosp, level II trauma. PACU care with pediatrics • Ratios : 1:2 , ratios are CA state mandated, will depend on patient acuity and census • Float requirements : none unless internal code triage called • Schedule/ Weekend requirements : on call x3 (x2 weekend call and x1 noc call) every 6wks • EMR – EPIC • Scrub Info : any color no jeans, detailed info will be provided with first day info Required upon submission: • Years of experience required : 2 years • MUST HAVE CURRENT CA LIC AT TIME OF SUBMISSION • Certs required : ACLS and PALS Preferred: • Certs preferred : CPAN (not req’d) • EMR: EPIC – experience preferred prior travel exp ***please note : prefer PACU experience with or without pediatrics over just ICU candidates – please make sure you are submitting PACU RNs PACU Facility Name: John Muir Walnut Creek Total # of Facility Beds: 321 Unit Name: PACU Unit Specialty: Click or tap here to enter text. Total # of Unit Beds/Suites/Deliveries: 21 Teaching Facility: ? Y ? N Teaching Hospital Experience Required: ? Y ? N Trauma Level: 2 Prior Travel Experience Required: ? Y ? N Minimum # Years Clinical Experience Required: 2 years PACU Minimum # Years Clinical Experience in Specialty Required: 2 years PACU Certifications Required: BCLS, ACLS, PALS Certifications Preferred: CPAN Nurse Patient Ratio by shift: Per ASPAN guidelines **Average length of patient stay: 1-4 hours Circulate/Scrub as applicable: Click or tap here to enter text. Ancillary Assistance: CNA/ PCT: ? Y ? N #staff per shift: Click or tap here to enter text. Unit clerk/Secretary: ? Y ? N #staff per shift: One works 10-1830 Other: Click or tap here to enter text. #staff per shift: Click or tap here to enter text. Advanced Practice on the unit: Click or tap here to enter text. # Days of Orientation: 3 – 4 Specialty Testing for Unit/Facility: ? U ? F Patient Care Modality: Primary Dress Code: Scrubs/color: Any color. No denim. Professional appearance. Shoes: Non-skid, closed toe, athletic shoes are ok, must wear heel strap with clogs Jewelry: Professional, Minimal, No facial piercing other than ears Hair/Beard: Professional, hair shoulder length and longer must be pulled back, facial hair must be neat and trimmed Nail Polish: No gels, acrylics, or extensions. All polish must in good condition without chips or cracks Documentation System: Epic Medication System: Pyxis Floating Required: ? Y ? N To what units/facilities: Click or tap here to enter text. Describe the rotation: Click or tap here to enter text. Charge required: ? Y ? N Scheduling: Call back is from Friday night to Sunday night, not Monday morning. Percentage of call backs is something I have to look into but I’d say best guess is 50%. Shift Hours: as posted with position Rotation Schedule: Click or tap here to enter text. Self-Scheduling No Weekend Requirements: on-call as needed Call Requirements: On-Call requirements: Assigned with schedule in same ratio with staff Call is assigned 2-4 times per 4 week stretch…or two pay periods. It’s not all at one time or one weekend as it’s important to assure proper rest periods and avoid double time. The call varies, depending on the need, but it is generally three 8 hour shifts every 4 week schedule. Hours may be 0900/1000-1730/1830 on weekend days, or 2300-0730 on weeknights/weekend night Holiday Requirements: on-call as needed Patient Population (Diagnoses): General surgery covering all specialties (except open heart) including pediatrics. Estimated % of patients with PA Catheters: 0-1% Vents: 5% Ventric/ICP Monitoring: 0 A-line/Swan Cath 0-1% Epidural Cath and Pumps 2% Patients recovered directly in ICU: No, vented patients go direct if bed available. Extensive PACU experience with flexibility, positive attitude. Age Range: peds-adult Special Equipment: (For example: IV Pumps: Type; Invasive Monitoring; Monitors: Type; ECMO; Ventilators: Type; ABG: Type) Phillips Respiratory available 24/7 for support ? Y ? N Anesthesia available 24/7 for support ? Y ? N Who manages ventilators: RT, in collaboration with PACU RN Unit Specific Procedures and Protocols: (For example: Drips; Infusions; Phlebotomy; Starting IVs; EKGs; Transports; Weaning; Nebulizer to Inhaler; Starting IVs, performing venipuncture, Performing EKGs; Discontinuing sheaths) Click or tap here to enter text. Additional Unit Specific Information: Magnet Hospital Date Updated: 2-6-23 Updated By Full Name: Sarah Roland, MSN, BSN, RN Title: IVS Manager
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Highest Paying Jobs in Yreka, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has 1 travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit positions available in Yreka.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Yreka, California – 96097
  • 10 D,
  • December 5, 2024
  • 8
$2,853 to $3,144
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Statistics on PACU Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about PACU traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of PACU job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Post Anesthesia Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit Jobs in California

How much does an Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nurse make on average in California?

A PACU nurse in California can make an average of $2,541 per week.

How much does a night shift PACU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $2,282 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift PACU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $2,313 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit jobs are available in California?

There are currently 7 Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit staff in California?

  • Nexxrad in Long Beach
  • AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina in West Covina
  • UC Davis Department of Psychiatry in Sacramento
  • Kingsburg Community Health Center in Kingsburg
  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster

What types of shifts are most common for PACU travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

What is the most common contract duration for PACU travel jobs in California?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel job in California is 13.

Locating PACU Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Bakersfield, Oakland, San Diego, Santa Clara, and Walnut Creek have travel PACU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Nexxrad, AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina, UC Davis Department of Psychiatry, Kingsburg Community Health Center and Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, all with nurse specialties and Post Anesthesia Care Unit staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Post Anesthesia Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Post Anesthesia Care Unit professionals.
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 18, 11, 26, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Pediatric Emergency Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
300 Pasteur Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southgate (94302), College Terrace (94305), Professorville (94302), Evergreen Park (94305), Mayfield (94306)
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 7, 4, 25, 11, 8, and 26
Departments
Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
2615 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), Landco (93302), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Kern City (93309)
Saint Agnes Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Level I Nursery Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
1303 East Herndon Avenue
Fresno, CA 93720
Nearby Neighborhoods
Pinedale (93650), Cincotta (93703), Hammond (93701), Figarden (93711), Sierra Sky Park (93711)
Surgery Center of Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
15107 Vanowen Street
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, 18, and 28
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
420 34th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kern (93305), East Bakersfield (93305), Kayandee (93307), Landco (93302), Kern City (93309)
Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
280 West MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Point (94610), Sharfter (94609), Grand Lake (94610), Rockridge (94618), Uptown (94617)
Kaiser – Santa Clara Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Case Manager Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry
Address
700 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Neighborhoods
Roundup Trailer Lodge (95054), Garden Court Mobile Home Village (95054), Santa Clara Trailer Village (95054)
Adventist Health St. Helena
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 20, 10, 26, and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cardiovascular ICU Case Manager Emergency Room Home Health Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry
Address
10 Woodland Rd.
Saint Helena, CA 94576
Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Departments
Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
4867 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Feliz (90027), Silver Lake (90026), Hollywood (90028), Rampart Village (90057), Echo Park (90026)
Enloe Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist First Assist Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit
Address
1531 Esplanade
Chico, CA 95926

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