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Inpatient PACU/GI Registered Nurse (RN)

Palo Alto, CA 94304

Posted: 05/19/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Endoscopy RN, Gastrointestinal RN (GI), Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN (PACU) Job Number: 3861 Pay Rate: $84.00/hr

Job Description


Are you an experienced Endoscopy, Gastroenterology, or PACU Registered Nurse who would love a great opportunity with competitive pay at one of the best hospitals in the Bay Area? How does a contract opportunity at a world-renowned Hospital sound? Limited spots! Apply now!

About the Job
  • Pay: $3,360 Gross Weekly 
  • Shift Days: Monday-Friday (8-hour shifts)
  • Shift Time: Rotating Start Times 6 AM or 9 AM
  • Duration: 13 weeks initially
  • Location: Palo Alto

Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Exceptional work location & culture
  • Health/vision/dental/life insurance
  • Refer-a-friend bonus*
  • Weekly payroll
  • 24-hour accessibility
  • Personalized service

Required
  • Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related Registered Nurse work experience in a relevant setting (e.g., Endoscopy, GI, PACU, or inpatient medical-surgical with some type of GI experience).
  • Active California RN License.
  • BLS AND ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Ability to assist in a supportive role during advanced cases, or manage complex post-procedure recovery.

Responsibilities
  • Assists physicians during procedures with cardiac, vital sign, and medication management.
  • Preps incoming patients for procedures, including but not limited to, IV insertion, pre-operative oral and IV medication management, and attaining consent.
  • Assists and monitors patients during and after nerve blocks, which require cardiac and vital sign monitoring and oxygen administration.
  • Assists patients recovering in PACU, administering pain medications, monitoring vital signs, and prepping patients for discharge.
  • Precisely preparing, administering, and documenting medications as ordered by the physician. 
  • Preparing patients to go home by providing clear, concise post-operative instructions, reviewing medication schedules, explaining wound care, and ensuring they meet all discharge criteria, such as stable vital signs, alertness, and adequate pain control. You'll also coordinate with family or caregivers for a safe handoff.

About Us
Power Personnel has been working with healthcare professionals like you since 1994. We are the experts in healthcare staffing in Northern California. That’s why so many hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities rely on us for filling critical positions. If you want competitive pay, excellent working conditions, and a team that supports you, Power Personnel is the place to be!

*Refer-a-Friend Bonus
Refer a friend at recruiting@powerpersonnel.com and get a $500 bonus for every referral! * *In order to get the bonus, the person referred must work at least 20 shifts.
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