Healthforce·Chico, California
Provide direct patient care and monitoring for post-anesthesia recovery and pre-operative assessments in a Level II Trauma center. Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to coordinate patient handoffs and document care within the EPIC EMR system.
Overview Registered Nurse – PACU, Chico, CA.
This travel assignment starts 08/03/2026 for an estimated 13 weeks with guaranteed 40 hours per week.
Shifts are 4x10-hour rotating, and the role includes weekend coverage.
The position covers Pre-Op and Post-Op care for surgery patients and occasional Pre-Op care for GI patients in a Level II Trauma center setting.
EPIC EMR experience and BLS certification are required.
Current California RN licensure is required.
Scrubs are provided.
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Market context
Travel PACU roles in California are often competitive because facilities need registered nurses who can safely monitor patients of all ages as they recover from anesthesia. Candidates with an active California RN license, approved nursing education, and recent post-anesthesia experience are typically stronger matches. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your PACU experience aligns with the age groups and recovery care expected before applying.
