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PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract | Baltimore, MD (21201)

Travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Baltimore, MD at a leading Shock Trauma Center — 12-week travel nursing contract for experienced peri-anesthesia and critical care RNs.

Located in the heart of Baltimore (21201), this position offers the chance to work in a vibrant city known for its rich history, diverse culture, and thriving arts scene. Baltimore is home to the scenic Inner Harbor, world-class museums, renowned restaurants, and is just a short drive from Washington, D.C. Enjoy exploring historic neighborhoods, waterfront attractions, and a welcoming community while advancing your nursing career in one of the nation's top medical destinations.

Join a high-acuity Shock Trauma Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Baltimore, Maryland. This travel nurse position places you on a 24/7 team delivering specialized peri-anesthesia and trauma care for both scheduled and emergency surgeries. Work alongside expert clinicians in a fast-paced environment that values critical care nursing, perioperative skills, and clinical flexibility.

Job Details

• Position: PACU Registered Nurse (RN) / Peri-Anesthesia Nurse (Travel RN)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,960 – $2,060
• Location: Baltimore, MD 21201 (Shock Trauma Center)
• Setting: Shock Trauma PACU (12-bed unit) — high-acuity, adult & geriatric patients
• Contract Length: 12 weeks (travel nursing contract)
• Start Date: April 27, 2026
• Shift: Rotating 3x12-hour shifts (Day: 07:00–19:00, Night: 19:30–07:30); straight nights may be considered
• Hours per Week: 36
• Patient Ratio: 1:2 (Adults & Geriatrics)
• Weekend Coverage: 3 weekend shifts every 4 weeks
• On-Call: 1–2 twelve-hour call shifts per 6-week schedule

Qualifications & Certifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent ICU experience (required) — critical care nursing background preferred
• Active Maryland RN or Compact RN License (valid)
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA only)
• NIHSS certification required
• Prior Travel RN / Travel Nurse experience (required)
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record (Epic charting experience)
• Ability to float within specialty, other units, and sister facilities as needed
• References: 2 satisfactory professional references from most recent employers (1 supervisor/manager, 1 charge RN)
• Local candidates must reside at least 50 miles from facility

Key Responsibilities

• Provide vigilant pre-operative and post-operative care for outpatients and inpatients undergoing scheduled or emergency surgery
• Deliver peri-anesthesia nursing care in a high-acuity Shock Trauma PACU setting
• Competently titrate vasopressors, manage airways, care for ventilated patients, administer blood products, and perform fluid resuscitation
• Support the Shock Trauma Center mission by providing clinical flexibility beyond traditional PACU duties (procedural spaces, patient overflow, and critical care support)
• Float to main PACU, pre-op, ICU, and other units as needed
• Participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations as scheduled
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, and interpretation services to ensure optimal patient outcomes

This travel nurse role is ideal for PACU RNs and perioperative nurses with strong critical care skills and experience in trauma or ICU settings. Join our healthcare team and make a meaningful impact in a busy Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, MD.

Apply now to be considered for this PACU RN travel contract — join our team of dedicated trauma and peri-anesthesia clinicians. For questions or to submit your resume, contact our recruitment team today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.