Embark on a dynamic journey as a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in PACU, with a focused opportunity in Holdrege, Nebraska. This specialty position places you at the heart of postoperative recovery, guiding patients through the critical awakening period, monitoring airway and vitals, managing pain, and ensuring safe transitions from the operating room to discharge. Your expertise will directly influence patient comfort, safety, and outcomes, while you build a versatile career traveling across diverse hospital settings. Imagine the impact you can make by applying evidence-based practices, embracing teamwork with surgeons and anesthesia colleagues, and contributing to a culture of superior postoperative care. And as you pursue this rewarding path, Nebraska reveals its own quiet majesty—wide open skies, sun-kissed plains, and tranquil water views at Lake McConaughy, where clear summer days stretch into welcoming evenings; the Sandhills roll softly with endless horizons; historic trails and charming towns offer a sense of timeless exploration. Nebraska’s natural beauty provides a refreshing complement to the professional fulfillment of PACU nursing, inviting you to recharge between assignments while staying rooted in a community that values care, resilience, and connection.

Location benefits go beyond Holdrege. While you’ll enjoy the warmth and accessibility of a close-knit Nebraska community, you’ll also have the opportunity to work in various locations across the United States, broadening your clinical horizons and enriching your professional portfolio. Holdrege offers a welcoming, affordable environment with a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and convenient access to regional amenities. When you’re ready to broaden your experience, you can transition to other sites that challenge you and expose you to different patient populations, surgical specialties, and postoperative protocols. Across the country, you’ll find modern facilities equipped with advanced monitoring technology, multidisciplinary teams committed to patient-centered care, and a culture that values your expertise as a PACU RN. This blend of local comfort and travel-wide opportunity supports a balanced, fulfilling career that respects your personal and professional goals.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for thorough PACU assessments, continuous monitoring, airway management, hemodynamic stability, and timely identification of evolving postoperative complications. You’ll collaborate closely with anesthesia teams, surgeons, and nursing colleagues to coordinate analgesia plans, antiemetic strategies, and safe discharge instructions. You’ll document precise progress notes, track recovery milestones, and engage in patient and family education to empower informed postoperative care at home. The position offers clear pathways for professional growth within the PACU specialty, including opportunities to expand scope, gain exposure to varied surgical procedures, and pursue specialty certifications. You’ll benefit from a competitive compensation package that includes a sign-on or performance bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and potential extension opportunities that align with your long-term career plan. Weekly pay ranges from $2,204 to $2,342, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week, and assignments described as weeks in duration. We provide robust support throughout your travel experience, including 24/7 access to dedicated travel support while you’re on assignment, ensuring you always have help when you need it. This support structure lets you focus on delivering top-tier care while we manage logistics, accommodations, and onboarding details.

Our company values your growth as a nurse and your well-being as a professional. We’re committed to empowering staff with clear career advancement pathways, mentorship from experienced leaders, and a collaborative, supportive work environment that recognizes achievement and initiative. You’ll find a culture that emphasizes ongoing education, skill diversification, and constructive feedback, so you can expand your practice within PACU and beyond. Whether you’re refining airway management techniques, advancing pain control strategies, or taking on leadership responsibilities within a fast-paced recovery unit, you’ll have access to resources, training, and a culture that celebrates your contributions.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today to join a company that values your expertise, supports your journey, and champions your professional development through meaningful PACU nursing opportunities across Nebraska and beyond. Your next chapter in patient recovery awaits—where compassionate care, career growth, and the chance to explore new communities come together in one rewarding travel assignment.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.