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Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Honolulu, HI for RNs

More on Travel Jobs for PACU RN in Honolulu

At AMN Healthcare, we are excited to offer exceptional travel opportunities for Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurses in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii. With over 40 years of experience as a staffing leader in the healthcare industry, we proudly support more than 10,000 healthcare professionals annually, ensuring they find the perfect match for their skills and aspirations. Our commitment to personalized guidance means that you’ll receive tailored support throughout your career journey, helping you navigate the travel nursing landscape with ease and confidence. Join us to take your nursing career to new heights while experiencing the unparalleled beauty and culture of Honolulu. Your adventure awaits with AMN Healthcare!

Research PACU RN Job Trends in Honolulu

If you’re a PACU Registered Nurse curious about Travel job trends in Honolulu, HI, AMN Healthcare has successfully filled 6 similar positions in the area, providing insight into the opportunities you could expect. These previously filled roles offered competitive pay, with an average weekly rate of $2,254 and a range from $1,930 to $2,565 per week, showcasing the strong earning potential for professionals in this field.

Positions were located in key zip codes, including 96817 and 96813. These placements reflect the high demand for skilled PACU Registered Nurses in Honolulu’s thriving healthcare landscape. With AMN Healthcare, you can count on access to similar roles tailored to your expertise and career goals. Explore how you can join this network of professionals and take the next step in your career today!

Here’s a look at some of the most recently filled PACU RN positions in Honolulu, giving you a glimpse into the competitive pay rates and opportunities available.

  • PACU Registered Nurse making $2,127 per week filled on 8/8/25
  • PACU Registered Nurse making $2,565 per week filled on 5/16/25
  • PACU Registered Nurse making $2,565 per week filled on 5/6/25

What Types of Work and Facilities Can PACU Registered Nurses Expect in Honolulu, HI?

As a PACU Registered Nurse in Honolulu, Hawaii, you can expect to work in a variety of dynamic healthcare settings, including acute care hospitals, outpatient surgical centers, and specialty clinics. In these facilities, your role will focus on providing vital post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgery, monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and ensuring a smooth transition from anesthesia to recovery. Given Honolulu’s unique healthcare landscape, you may collaborate with diverse medical teams, engage in patient education, and cater to a multicultural patient population, all while enjoying the breathtaking views and vibrant culture that Hawaii has to offer. Whether you’re at a leading hospital like The Queen’s Medical Center or a private surgical center, opportunities abound for professional growth and fulfilling experiences in this tropical paradise.

Why Should PACU Registered Nurses Consider Working in Honolulu, Hawaii

As a PACU Registered Nurse, embarking on a travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii, offers not only a unique professional opportunity but also an unparalleled lifestyle experience in one of the most breathtaking locales in the world. While living in Houston has its perks—such as a vibrant cultural scene and diverse neighborhoods like Montrose and The Heights—there’s something truly special about embracing the idyllic climate of Honolulu, where warm, sunny days and gentle trade winds create a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Imagine working in a state-of-the-art facility during the day and then unwinding on stunning beaches like Waikiki or exploring the volcanic landscapes of Diamond Head on your days off. Whether you’re surfing, hiking lush trails, or indulging in delicious local cuisine, the blend of rewarding work and the allure of island life makes this travel job a dream come true.

Search Travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit Jobs in Honolulu as of December 4, 2025

Explore a variety of exciting travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit job opportunities available in the beautiful city of Honolulu. Take a moment to browse through the listings below and find your ideal position to elevate your career while enjoying the stunning Hawaiian lifestyle!

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Santa Clara, California – 95051
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,410 miles
  • 8 D,
  • December 30, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$2,328 to $2,566
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Klamath Falls, Oregon – 97601
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,536 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E,
  • December 4, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$2,167 to $2,388
Weekly Pay*
Travel RN-PACU jobs in Klamath Falls, OR place you in a community-owned hospital serving a diverse patient population across southern Oregon and northern California. You will provide post-anesthesia care in a facility known for its wide range of medical specialties and commitment to quality care. To qualify, you must hold a current RN license and have recent experience in post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) or critical care settings. Strong assessment, monitoring, and communication skills are required, along with proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems. Recommended experience includes working in fast-paced environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Adaptability and a focus on patient safety are valued. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and access to the AMN Passport mobile app for career management. Apply now to join this Travel RN-PACU assignment in Klamath Falls, OR.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Tillamook, Oregon – 97141
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,543 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 8, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,934 to $2,131
Weekly Pay*
Located off the beautiful Oregon Coast Adventist Health Tillamook has been one of the area’s leading healthcare providers since 1950. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access medical center rural health and urgent care medical offices home care services and a vast scope of services located throughout Tillamook County and the surrounding areas. Tillamook is known for its small-town charm lively art scene and delicious Tillamook Cheese. The allure of Tillamook’s community is complimented by access to outdoor adventures and the scenic Oregon Coast. Job Summary: Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing BSN: Preferred Acute care facility experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse RN licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR or Basic Life Support BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS certification: Required Facility Specific License/Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS or Healthstream Advanced Cardiac Life Support HS-ACLS or RQIACLS: Required Essential Functions: Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan coordinates care delivery and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient family and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe healing humane and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients families and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations including but not limited to measles mumps flu based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year COVID-19 vaccine required in CA HI and OR etc. as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Arlington, Washington – 98223
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,708 miles
  • 10 D, 10 E, 10 N,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$2,163 to $2,384
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Hermiston, Oregon – 97838
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,751 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$2,259 to $2,489
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Bullhead City, Arizona – 86442
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,778 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 8, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,381 to $1,522
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Anchorage, Alaska – 99508
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,784 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,694 to $1,866
Weekly Pay*
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). 250 bed facility Anchorage has many fine restaurants, museums and shopping. Alyeska Ski Resort for downhill skiing only 40 miles away, and Cross Country skiing is available in the city of Anchorage. Kenai Peninsula has beautiful coastline and national parks.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Lake Havasu City, Arizona – 86403
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,786 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 29, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,910 to $2,105
Weekly Pay*
This hospital is a The Joint Commission-accredited, Medicare-certified 171-bed hospital located in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. It is a joint venture between PHC-Lake Havasu, Inc. and many community physicians. Through this ongoing collaboration, we are able to identify and focus on the elements that make for a quality-driven healthcare environment for our patients. As a community hospital and a regional referral center for healthcare, we offer a broad and comprehensive scope of services in major medical disciplines. A medical staff of more than 100 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85748
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,968 miles
  • 10 D,
  • December 29, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,540 to $1,697
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85748
    Distance from Honolulu: 2,968 miles
  • 10 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,540 to $1,697
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Pagosa Springs, Colorado – 81147
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,214 miles
  • 8 D,
  • December 22, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$2,239 to $2,468
Weekly Pay*
The driven healthcare professionals of this Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) are seeking a compassionate, team-playing RN to join their team. With a caregiving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the ideal candidate will bring passion, innovation, and experience to their role.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Espanola, New Mexico – 87532
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,259 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 15, 2025
  • 10 weeks
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
Job Summary: -Utilizes the nursing process to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients during a shift. -Ensures safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care of patients. -Provides direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individual patient needs, actions taken, and patient responses. -Coordinates patient care through collaboration with the patient/family and healthcare team. -Initiates, utilizes, and documents appropriate protocols and standards of care. -Administers medication and treatments as prescribed by physician or standard protocols and documents according to policy. -Identifies and meets patient and family learning and discharge needs on admission and throughout the episode of care. -Assumes responsibility for the clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel. -Completes patient population/age-specific/procedure and protocol education and competency testing per unit standards.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Denver, Colorado – 80220
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,340 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Denver, Colorado – 80218
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,340 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 5, 2026
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
Join our team as a Registered Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (RN-PACU) at the facility in Denver, CO. You will monitor patients’ recovery from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort in a dynamic and supportive environment. To qualify, you need an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and at least 2 years of PACU experience. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) is required. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, dedicated recruiters, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 support. Apply now to join this Travel RN-PACU assignment in Denver, CO, and advance your career with AMN Healthcare.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Denver, Colorado – 80218
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,340 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
Join our team as a Registered Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (RN-PACU) at the facility in Denver, CO. You will monitor patients’ recovery from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort in a dynamic and supportive environment. To qualify, you need an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and at least 2 years of PACU experience. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) is required. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, dedicated recruiters, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 support. Apply now to join this Travel RN-PACU assignment in Denver, CO, and advance your career with AMN Healthcare.350 bed Level 4 Trauma Center; Unit has 10 beds Pre-op, 10 beds PACU
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Denver, Colorado – 80220
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,340 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). 250 bed Level 4 Trauma center & Magnet hospital using Meditech charting. The facility has been named several times as a Top Workplace by Denver Post readers.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Lone Tree, Colorado – 80124
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,344 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
Join AMN Healthcare as a Travel Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (RN-PACU) in Lone Tree, CO. 286 bed Level 2 Trauma center, 20 miles south of Denver. 14 beds in Phase I PACU, six beds Phase II PACU Private patient rooms, including Amenity Suites (larger rooms, private chef, robes, larger bathrooms, concierge service). Artwork primarily by Colorado artists to complement the environment and create a feeling of comfort and healing. You must have a valid RN license, at least 2 years of PACU experience, and proficiency with electronic health records (EHR). Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required. Strong critical thinking and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation with discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical team, and the AMN Passport mobile app with 24/7 support. Apply now to join this Travel Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit assignment in Lone Tree, CO.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Lamar, Colorado – 81052
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,457 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 12, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$3,043 to $3,353
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Bismarck, North Dakota – 58501
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,614 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 5, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,105 to $2,319
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Bismarck, North Dakota – 58501
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,614 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 5, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$1,844 to $2,032
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • San Antonio, Texas – 78233
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,710 miles
  • 8 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,560 to $1,719
Weekly Pay*
153 bed Level 4 Trauma center in Live Oak area of San Antonio
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Lewisville, Texas – 75057
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,777 miles
  • 10 D,
  • December 18, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,518 to $1,672
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). 190 bed Level 3 Trauma center located between Dallas and Fort Worth
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Plano, Texas – 75075
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,794 miles
  • 12 D,
  • December 29, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$1,397 to $1,539
Weekly Pay*
– 500+ bed Level 1 Trauma center and teaching hospital located in a suburb of Dallas. Meditech charting.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • North Sioux City, South Dakota – 57049
    Distance from Honolulu: 3,795 miles
  • 10 D,
  • December 29, 2025
  • 13 weeks
$2,693 to $2,967
Weekly Pay*
Tenet- Dunes Surgical Hospital 600 Sioux Point Rd, North Sioux City, SD, 57049 # of Beds: 6-10 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:1;1:2 30-35 patient/day average Charting: Meditech Scrub Color: hospital provides Areas of Float Support: Pre-Op/Stepdown Special Procedures: Phase I Post-operative care, occasional need for chest tube placement.
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Stats for Travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit Jobs in Honolulu

In the vibrant healthcare landscape of Honolulu, understanding the current trends in travel Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) jobs is essential for any professional looking to navigate this dynamic job market. The statistics presented below provide a comprehensive overview of average pay trends over the past three months, alongside critical insights into annual pay ranges and the variety of healthcare facilities offering positions. By examining these figures, you can gain valuable insights into compensation patterns and the demand for PACU professionals in the region.

Leverage this data to inform your job search strategy and make well-informed decisions about your career path in Honolulu. Whether you’re seeking new opportunities or simply exploring the market, these statistics will serve as a powerful compass, guiding you toward the best opportunities available in the field. Dive into the details below and equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to excel in your travel healthcare journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel PACU RN Jobs near Honolulu, HI

What is the average pay for a PACU RN Travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii?

The average pay for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii is approximately $2,254 per week. This data was last updated on December 4, 2025.

What is the highest pay typically available for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii?

The highest pay typically available for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii is $2,565 per week. This is based on data last updated on December 4, 2025.

What types of experience are required or preferred for a PACU Travel job in Honolulu?

Candidates applying for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii, typically need a valid nursing license and experience in post-anesthesia care. Additional preferred qualifications include certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and a solid background in critical care or surgical settings.

What types of jobs are typically available for PACU RN Travel positions in Honolulu?

There are a variety of PACU RN positions in Honolulu, including Travel jobs. These options provide flexibility depending on your career preferences and lifestyle.

What types of facilities offer Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel jobs in Honolulu?

Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel jobs in Honolulu, Hawaii, are typically offered by hospitals and surgical centers that provide comprehensive surgical and recovery services. These facilities often seek experienced nurses and healthcare professionals to support their high-quality patient care during the recovery phase from anesthesia.

What kinds of work shifts are typically offered for PACU Travel jobs in Honolulu?

For PACU Travel jobs in Honolulu, typical work shifts include 10 E, 10 D, 8 D, 8 E, 12 N, 12 E, and 12 D. These shift options provide flexibility depending on your preferences and availability.

What kinds of contract durations are typically offered for Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel jobs in Honolulu, HI?

For Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel jobs in Honolulu, HI, typical contract durations range from 13 weeks. These flexible contract lengths allow you to choose an assignment that best fits your career goals and lifestyle preferences.

What kinds of benefits and support from an employer should a PACU RN ask for when looking for a Travel job in Honolulu, Hawaii?

A PACU Registered Nurse looking for a travel job in Honolulu should inquire about housing stipends or accommodations, as well as relocation assistance to ease the transition. Additionally, they should seek clarification on benefits like health insurance, travel reimbursements, and bonuses to ensure a supportive and financially viable experience.

What are some top reasons a Travel PACU Registered Nurse would have for looking for a job in Honolulu, Hawaii?

A travel PACU Registered Nurse might be drawn to Honolulu for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culture, offering a unique lifestyle outside of work. Additionally, the opportunity to gain experience in diverse medical settings while enjoying the island’s warm climate can be a significant motivator.

What are some popular areas in or near Honolulu, Hawaii a Travel PACU Registered Nurse would want to work and live in?

Popular neighborhoods in Honolulu for a travel PACU Registered Nurse include Kakaako, known for its vibrant arts scene and modern amenities, and Hawaii Kai, which offers stunning ocean views and a more suburban atmosphere. Additionally, the historic district of Chinatown provides a unique cultural experience and a variety of dining options. Living in these areas allows nurses to enjoy both professional opportunities and the beauty of island life.

What things should a Travel PACU RN look for in a new position?

A travel PACU Registered Nurse should consider the facility’s reputation and the ratio of nurses to patients to ensure a supportive work environment. It’s also important to evaluate the contract terms, including pay rates, housing arrangements, and the duration of the assignment. Understanding the type of surgeries and patient demographics served by the facility can help ensure a good fit with their skills and experience.

Similar Cities to Honolulu, Hawaii, for PACU Registered Nurses: Opportunities, Lifestyle, and Pay Comparisons

San Diego, California, presents a lifestyle and work environment comparable to Honolulu for a PACU Registered Nurse. With a similar climate characterized by mild, sunny weather year-round, outdoor activities are abundant, from beaches to hiking trails. The pay range for nurses in San Diego is competitive, often reflecting the higher cost of living typical in coastal cities. Housing options range from beachfront apartments to suburban homes, appealing to a diverse population. The city’s vibrant culture, featuring a thriving craft beer scene, museums, and festivals, ensures there’s always something to engage in when off the clock, making it an appealing alternative.

Another city that mirrors Honolulu is Miami, Florida, where PACU Registered Nurses can find not only a warm and humid climate but also a culturally rich environment. Salaries for nurses in Miami are generally on par with those in Honolulu, although the cost of living may vary based on neighborhood. Residents enjoy diverse housing options, from luxurious waterfront condos to more affordable apartments in bustling areas. Miami’s dynamic nightlife, cultural events, and beautiful beaches provide opportunities for relaxation and adventure, resembling the lifestyle offered in Honolulu.

Tampa, Florida, is another great comparison, especially for those looking for a more affordable cost of living paired with a similar climate. Like Honolulu, Tampa has a sunny, warm environment ideal for those who appreciate coastal living. Although salaries for PACU Registered Nurses may be slightly lower than in Honolulu, the reduced cost of housing and everyday expenses can make it a financially viable option. The city offers a mix of urban and suburban living, with plenty of recreational activities available, including parks, boating, and a vibrant arts scene, enabling a fulfilling lifestyle outside of work.

Austin, Texas, while not coastal, still offers a unique and appealing environment similar to Honolulu. The pay for nurses is competitive, and the overall cost of living is generally lower than in Honolulu, making it an attractive alternative. Known for its live music scene and outdoor activities, Austin has a warm climate and a strong focus on health and wellness, including many parks and outdoor spaces. The city is also rich in culture with numerous festivals and events throughout the year, creating a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of Hawaii’s social scene and communal spirit.

Finally, Charleston, South Carolina, also bears similarities to Honolulu for a PACU Registered Nurse. The city boasts a mild climate with beautiful, historic surroundings and coastal charm. While the pay for nurses may not reach the heights of major metropolitan areas, the cost of living is quite manageable, with a range of housing options from quaint historic homes to modern developments. Charleston’s rich history, culinary scene, and access to beaches provide an engaging lifestyle often sought after by those in the healthcare field, mirroring the ease of living found in Honolulu.

* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.