Embark on a transformative journey as a travel Registered Nurse specializing in the PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) in Lawrenceville, Georgia. This weeks-long assignment invites you to impact the postoperative pathway from the moment anesthesia wears off to the moment patients are ready for safe discharge. In this role, you’ll deliver close, expert monitoring and intervention—from airway management and airway safety to vital signs trending, pain control, hemodynamic assessment, and recovery milestones. You’ll collaborate with anesthesia teams, surgeons, and perioperative staff to ensure smooth transitions, accurate documentation, and individualized patient education. If you’re driven by skilled, hands-on recovery care and want your expertise to light the way for patients reclaiming comfort and independence, this PACU position was designed with you in mind. Georgia’s vibrant healthcare landscape offers you the chance to grow while delivering exceptional care in dynamic environments, and you’ll join a team that values your judgment, precision, and compassionate approach.

Located in the heart of Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville blends small-town charm with access to the energy of a major metropolitan area. The area is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, top-rated schools, and a thriving dining and cultural scene that makes work-life balance not only possible but deeply enjoyable. As a Georgia travel nurse, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the state’s diverse beauty—from the foothills of the Blue Ridge to the shoreline of the coast, from lush parks and trails to historic districts and bustling city centers. This assignment also offers the potential to work in other locations across the U.S., broadening your professional network and expanding your clinical repertoire as you experience varied patient populations and facility practices. You’ll carry with you the famed Southern hospitality, a supportive community of fellow travelers, and a clear path to professional growth, all while enjoying a location that’s easy to reach, easy to navigate, and rich with opportunities for personal adventures on days off.

Role specifics and benefits are crafted to support your growth and success. In PACU, your responsibilities include continuous patient assessment during the critical recovery window, frequent documentation of vitals, sedation scores, pain levels, and neurovascular status; prompt recognition of evolving complications; airway management and oxygen therapy as needed; IV access, medication administration, antiemetic strategies, and readiness for discharge criteria; collaboration with anesthesia, surgeons, and unit staff to optimize recovery plans; effective communication with families to ease anxiety; and accurate charting in the electronic medical record. Beyond the core duties, you’ll have access to professional development opportunities designed to deepen perioperative nursing expertise, mentorship from seasoned PACU specialists, and pathways to broaden your clinical scope through agency-sponsored education and certifications. We also highlight competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus, housing assistance to simplify relocation, and clear opportunities to extend assignments if you wish to continue in this specialty. The position emphasizes stability beneath the flexibility of travel: you’ll receive extended support, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated travel team, travel coordination, credentialing help, and on-call resources to address any need that arises on assignment. In short, you’ll be part of a comprehensive, nurse-centric framework that champions clinical excellence, patient safety, and your professional trajectory.

The company’s values center on empowering staff, facilitating career advancement, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. You’ll find a culture that recognizes your expertise, values your input in shaping patient care, and provides structured opportunities to climb within the perioperative nursing ladder. Expect robust mentorship, peer support, and transparent communication that makes it possible to pursue specialty certifications, leadership roles, or extended contracts while maintaining the autonomy and flexibility that traveling nurses cherish. The organization is committed to your well-being—offering resources that support work-life harmony, ongoing skill development, and a community of like-minded professionals who share a passion for patient-centered care.

If you’re ready to apply, this is your invitation to join a company that prioritizes your professional development and day-to-day impact. Start date is 03/30/2026, with weeks-long assignments designed to fit your schedule, and weekly pay ranging from $1,792 to $1,839, with the potential for extension and additional opportunities across locations. While the stated hours and pay are estimates, and guaranteed hours are not guaranteed, final compensation packages and scheduling details will be confirmed during the hiring process. Take this step to expand your PACU expertise, experience Georgia’s hospitality, and contribute to healing journeys that matter. Apply today to become part of a team that values your skill, supports your growth, and stands beside you as you shape the future of perioperative nursing.

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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.

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Why Travelers Choose TLC

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

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