Introduction:
Step into a vital PACU RN role in Burlington Vermont where your expertise in post-anesthesia care translates into safe confident recoveries for patients at a pivotal moment. As a PACU Registered Nurse youll combine clinical precision with compassionate reassurance guiding individuals from immediate post-operative recovery toward stable comfortable milestones. This multi-week assignment slated to begin on 12/29/2025 presents an appealing opportunity to advance your specialty enrich your clinical repertoire and experience the unique rhythms of New England living. Earn a competitive weekly paycheck in the range of $2497$2615 while you grow professionally explore new clinical settings and enjoy the flexibility of a role designed to respect your expertise and your time. The program offers strong support including housing options extended opportunities to stay on with the team and around-the-clock assistance from a dedicated travel-savvy backing group thats with you wherever your assignment leads.
Location Benefits:
Burlington sits on the shores of Lake Champlain framed by the green hills and crisp air that define Vermonts charm. Youll be part of a city known for its vibrant arts scene farm-to-table dining and lively pedestrian-friendly streets on the Church Street Marketplace. The region invites outdoor enthusiasts with easy access to hiking cycling skiing and water activities all set against a backdrop of breathtaking seasonal beauty. Beyond Burlington Vermont showcases sleepy village towns maple-syrup traditions and a welcoming close-knit community feel that complements the professional focus you bring to your PACU practice. If your curiosity extends beyond Vermont this role also offers the prospect of placements across the United States in a network that values diverse clinical experiences. Youll gain exposure to multiple hospital systems evolving recovery protocols and a breadth of patient populations all while enjoying the ability to return home to a state celebrated for its fall foliage brilliance mountain ranges and scenic byways.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
In this PACU RN capacity your daily responsibilities will center on meticulous post-anesthesia oversight: rapid assessment of airway patency and breathing vigilant monitoring of vitals depth of sedation pain management plans and timely disposition decisions. Youll collaborate with anesthesia teams surgeons PACU nurses and unit staff to implement standardized recovery pathways document accurately and communicate clearly with patients and families. Your role includes ongoing patient education about post-operative care discharge criteria and safe return-to-activity recommendations all while documenting detailed notes that support continuity of care. This assignment offers extensive professional growthopportunity to refine recovery scoring optimize analgesia strategies and lead process-improvement discussions that elevate patient safety and comfort. The package features competitive compensation with a weekly pay range of $2497$2615 plus a bonus opportunity and housing assistance designed to alleviate relocation concerns. Youll have extension opportunities should you and the facility find ongoing mutual fit enabling you to deepen your PACU expertise in a progressive heard-and-seen-supportive environment. Comprehensive support is a hallmark of the program including 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company ready to troubleshoot scheduling housing credentialing or any clinical hiccup that may arise. Youll be part of a resilient patient-centered team that values your judgment your bedside presence and your commitment to quality recovery care.
Company Values:
This company is built on empowering its clinical staff to advance within their specialties unlock leadership pathways and enjoy a work culture that marries rigor with empathy. Youll find mentorship ongoing education credits and structured opportunities to expand responsibilities as you demonstrate clinical excellence and collaborative leadership. A supportive inclusive environment is woven into every assignment with an emphasis on mental well-being work-life balance and recognizing the essential contributions of travel nurses who keep perioperative care moving smoothly. The organization believes that when clinicians feel valued and supported patient outcomes improve teams thrive and careers flourish.
Call to Action:
If youre ready to apply your PACU expertise in a dynamic Vermont setting while exploring diverse U.S. healthcare environments this is your moment. Join a company that prioritizes your professional development offers meaningful opportunities to grow within the PACU pathway and backs you with practical support at every turn. Embrace a role that honors your skill celebrates your dedication and invites you to contribute to safer recoveries and brighter outcomes for patients. Apply today to begin a journey that blends clinical impact with a rewarding professional trajectory and discover how far your care can travel with us.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs LPNs CNAs and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1000 per referral no employment required.
EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.