PACU Travel Nurse Job in Albuquerque, NM | Days (4x12)

UNM Hospital Albuquerque, NM
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Travel RN
PACU Nurse in Albuquerque, NM
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$2,697
Specialty
PACU
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
4×12 hrs
Start Date
11/09
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This PACU travel nurse job in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel PACU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at UNM Hospital. This role pays $2,697 per week and follows a Days shift with a 4x12 schedule. Read more

In this PACU travel nursing job, you will provide patient care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this PACU travel nurse job in Albuquerque, NM, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: UNM Hospital
  • Location: Albuquerque, NM 87106
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Days (4x12)
  • EMR System: Cerner

Travel PACU Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent PACU experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by New Mexico and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – PACU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Albuquerque, NM

What are the required certifications for travel PACU jobs?
Most travel PACU jobs require BLS and ACLS, and PALS when the unit recovers pediatric patients. Facilities often look for documented moderate sedation competency and malignant hyperthermia training, since PACU nurses are the first line for airway and emergence complications.
Can I take a PACU travel nurse job with ICU or ER experience?
Sometimes. PACUs that recover intubated patients or manage vasoactive drips may consider recent critical care experience, especially when airway management and invasive monitoring are strong. Other facilities require recent PACU experience specifically, so your eligibility depends on the assignment and your recent background.
Do travel PACU jobs cover Phase I, Phase II, or pre-op?
It varies by facility. Some PACU jobs focus on Phase I recovery, while smaller hospitals may combine pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II in one department. Because hours and call can also differ by phase, confirm the areas you will cover before accepting.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Licensing in New Mexico

Compact license accepted. New Mexico is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you. See the New Mexico Licensing Center →

Explore Albuquerque, NM

Serving communities well beyond the metro, out across New Mexico's central high desert, Albuquerque, NM supports a regional healthcare network. University of New Mexico Hospital and Presbyterian Hospital handle much of the inpatient care, with travel coverage concentrated on the medical-surgical floors and in the emergency department. Rio Rancho and Los Lunas are common picks for a straightforward commute while staying close to assignments. On a day off, many travelers head to Old Town or catch the views from the Sandia foothills, with the Sandia Peak Tramway an easy outing on a longer break. The metro stays easy to get around without big-city sprawl, and the dry high-desert climate keeps the drive simple most of the year.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

$2,697per week
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