Registered Nurse – PACU (Local/Travel) - RNPACU


Healthcare - Upstate NY - Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, New York
Locations: Syracuse, Auburn, Cortland, Oswego
Posted On: April 17, 2026
Last Day to Apply: April 24, 2026
Pay: From $55.00 per hour

Position Title: Registered Nurse – PACU (Local/Travel)
Location: Syracuse, NY 13210
Weekly Hours: 36 Hours
Schedule: Day Shift – 3x12 Hours (07:00 AM – 07:30 PM or 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM), Every Other Weekend


Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse to join a high-performing acute care team. The RN will be responsible for providing pre-operative and post-anesthesia care, ensuring patient safety, monitoring recovery, and delivering high-quality clinical support in a fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in the PACU setting
  • Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and assess vital signs
  • Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and interventions
  • Administer medications and manage pain control
  • Maintain airway management and monitor telemetry
  • Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams
  • Accurately document patient care in EMR systems
  • Float to other units as required based on skillset

Education

  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher

Licensure & Certifications

  • Active New York State RN License (Required at submission)
  • BLS Certification (AHA) – Required

Experience & Requirements

  • Prior PACU and Critical Care experience required
  • Experience with IV therapy and telemetry monitoring
  • Experience in large hospital settings or trauma centers preferred
  • Must be able to work 6 shifts in a 2-week pay period
  • Travelers must be flexible to float between units or campuses

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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