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Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in San Francisco, CA for RNs

Find Top RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in San Francisco, California

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Search Top Paying Post Anesthesia Care Unit Jobs in or near San Francisco

We have 9 Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel jobs in California, and 88 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Walnut Creek, California – 94598
    Distance from San Francisco: 21 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 29, 2025
  • 13
$1,938 to $2,136
Weekly Pay*
ORIENTATION DATES: 7/29 or 8/12 13 weeks • SHIFT: 12 hour days 0900-2130 (may start at 0800 or 1000 as well) WILL TAKE CALL (2 NOC calls and 1 weekend day call to cover every 6wks) 36hrs per week REQUIRED : CA RN license, ACLS, BLS and PALS (AHA only); 2+yrs recent exp in PACU; MUST HAVE PEDS EXP
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Redwood City, California – 94063
    Distance from San Francisco: 22 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • August 17, 2025
  • 13
$2,430 to $2,679
Weekly Pay*
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Palo Alto, California – 94304
    Distance from San Francisco: 28 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,549 to $3,464
Weekly Pay*
Stanford Hospital & Clinics is a Magnet Facility known worldwide for advanced patient care provided by its physicians and staff. They are consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for advanced care in such areas as cancer treatment, cardiac care, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and organ transplants. This travel friendly facility will take your travel nursing career to new heights and help develop your skill set as a travel nurse.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Salinas, California – 93901
    Distance from San Francisco: 87 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,278 to $2,511
Weekly Pay*
Meets all eligibility requirements of a Registered Nurse I. Works under the supervision of the Director. The Registered Nurse II assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individualized care in a patient care area according to departmental policies and procedures and Nurse Practice Act. She/he will individualize patient care based upon the age appropriate and developmental needs and will accept responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the plan of care. Collaborates with physicians, patient/families and members of the health care team in delivering a plan of care. Utilizes positive communication skills. May be required to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned. 1. Completes nursing assessment of patient, and documents appropriately into patient record. 2. Develops a plan of care based upon the assessment of patient, age appropriate and developmental needs of the patient. 3. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in developing a plan of care. 4. Provides, delegates, and coordinates the plan of care. 5. Initiates, manages, and participates in discharge planning. 6. Initiates, manages, and participates in patient/family teaching. 7. Demonstrates implementation skills in accordance with Policies and Procedures. 8. Evaluates and updates patient’s response to plan of care. 9. Maintains professional standards by participating in inservices, committees, and performance improvement activities, etc. 10. Facilitates physiological, psychosocial, and spiritual care of the patient. 11. Utilizes positive communication skills to effect conflict resolution and team work. 12. Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment, and supplies. 13. Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients, and visitors. 14. Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regard to changes in Hospital or unit activities. 15. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her unit. 16. Acts as preceptor and charge nurse as assigned. 17. Actively participate in achieving departmental goals. 18. Performs other duties as assigned.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Salinas, California – 93901
    Distance from San Francisco: 87 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 14
$2,278 to $2,511
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
  • Salinas, California – 93901
    Distance from San Francisco: 87 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 14
$2,278 to $2,511
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
  • Reno, Nevada – 89502
    Distance from San Francisco: 186 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 11, 2025
  • 111
$1,795 to $1,978
Weekly Pay*
Recovery room for inpatient and outpatient surgeries. Includes Level II trauma, ICU, PICU/peds recovery. No NICU cases or patients established on the vent before surgery. Critical care experience required to be successful. 38 bed unit including 3 isolation rooms. Surgeries: orthopedic, GI/GU, gastric sleeves, TAVR, IR, cath lab, pediatric, neurosurgery including craniotomies, vascular surgery
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Coos Bay, Oregon – 97420
    Distance from San Francisco: 399 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 15, 2025
  • 13
$1,165 to $1,284
Weekly Pay*
Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon offers comprehensive medical services for people of all ages. Health and wellness services in pediatrics, childbirth and obstetrics, gynecology and female health, cancer diagnosis and treatment in oncology, diabetes and kidney disease treatment, geriatric medicine and services for the elderly and disable, emergency medicine, and a full range of specialty medical services.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • San Diego, California – 92123
    Distance from San Francisco: 458 miles
  • 8 E,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,541 to $2,800
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
  • Newport, Oregon – 97365
    Distance from San Francisco: 482 miles
  • 8 D, 8 E, 8 N,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$2,389 to $2,633
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
  • Caldwell, Idaho – 83605
    Distance from San Francisco: 505 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,791 to $1,974
Weekly Pay*
Recovery Room (PACU) RN needed for 150 bed community hospital located in southern ID, about 30 miles west of Boise. Watson Health recently honored West Valley Medical Center among the 100 Top Hospitals. Caldwell, located on the beautiful Boise River, is the western entrance to the magnificent and picturesque Treasure Valley. The Canyon County Fair, the Caldwell Night Rodeo (a national top 5 ranked event) and the Buckaroo Breakfast are just a few of the places and events celebrated by the City of Caldwell. While you’re here, the Idaho wine industry is an ever-growing attraction which simply cannot be missed!
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Lake Havasu City, Arizona – 86403
    Distance from San Francisco: 506 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$2,016 to $2,222
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
  • Clackamas, Oregon – 97015
    Distance from San Francisco: 527 miles
  • 8 D,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
$2,613 to $2,880
Weekly Pay*
*REQUIRES 1 yr PACU exp. (PEDS exp highly reccomended)
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Hillsboro, Oregon – 97124
    Distance from San Francisco: 536 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,965 to $3,268
Weekly Pay*
Medical Procedure Unit RN (MPU): n the MPU, the agency RNs do the prep and recovery of patients here for Colonoscopy, ERCP, EGD, EUS, bronchoscopies, TEE, EBUS, PEG tube insertion in addition to cardioversions and ECTs. MPU RNs will assist with sedation for patients getting CT/ultrasound guided procedures and have RNs that both circulate and assist in the procedures. Please note that OR RNs are not present in the MP unit. They are only present when the MPU RN floats up to the OR to assist with a scope specific portion of a procedure the patient is getting in the OR.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Hillsboro, Oregon – 97124
    Distance from San Francisco: 536 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,860 to $3,151
Weekly Pay*
All of the position are SPACU positions are a combination of PACU and SPA. Would like RNs with pre op experience. This position will be in the Surgical Prep Area most of the time but will still float to the PACU as needed.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Hillsboro, Oregon – 97124
    Distance from San Francisco: 536 miles
  • 10 E,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,860 to $3,151
Weekly Pay*
All of the position are SPACU positions are a combination of PACU and SPA. Would like RNs with pre op experience. This position will be in the Surgical Prep Area most of the time but will still float to the PACU as needed.
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Kennewick, Washington – 99338
    Distance from San Francisco: 607 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,586 to $1,748
Weekly Pay*
A great way to join the Lifepoint team
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Seattle, Washington – 98101
    Distance from San Francisco: 679 miles
  • 10 D, 10 E,
  • July 29, 2025
  • 13
$2,227 to $2,454
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
  • Fort Defiance, Arizona – 86504
    Distance from San Francisco: 751 miles
  • 8 N,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$2,245 to $2,474
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
  • Tucson, Arizona – 85748
    Distance from San Francisco: 754 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
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 San Francisco: 754 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,462 to $1,611
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
  • Sierra Vista, Arizona – 85635
    Distance from San Francisco: 811 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,963 to $2,163
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
  • Rio Rancho, New Mexico – 87124
    Distance from San Francisco: 891 miles
  • 10 D,
  • August 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,948 to $2,147
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Rio Rancho, New Mexico – 87124
    Distance from San Francisco: 891 miles
  • 10 D,
  • July 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,844 to $2,032
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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Statistics on PACU RN Jobs in San Francisco, California

Here are some helpful statistics about PACU traveling nurse jobs in & near San Francisco. The data is based on the last three complete months of PACU job postings in the San Francisco and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Post Anesthesia Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in San Francisco and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel PACU Nursing Jobs for RNs in San Francisco, CA

What types of shifts are most common for PACU travel jobs in San Francisco?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 10 Hour Day shifts were the most common in San Francisco and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse make on average in San Francisco and nearby cities?

A: A 10 Hour Day shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse in San Francisco can make an average of $2,857 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse make on average in San Francisco and nearby cities?

A: A 10 Hour Night shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse in San Francisco can make an average of $3,332 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Post Anesthesia Care Unit staff in or near San Francisco?

  • Kaiser – San Francisco Medical Center in San Francisco
  • ENTIRA INCORPORATED in Emeryville (8.3 miles from San Francisco)
  • Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center in Oakland (8.4 miles from San Francisco)
  • Kaiser – Richmond Medical Center in Richmond (11.8 miles from San Francisco)

What is the most common contract for Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel jobs in San Francisco?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit job in San Francisco is 13 weeks.

Locating Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in San Francisco

In San Francisco, facilities like Kaiser – San Francisco Medical Center , all offer PACU departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Anza Vista (zip code 94115), Amanico Ergina Village (zip code 94115) and Marcus Garvey Square (zip code 94115) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near San Francisco’s PACU job opportunities are Daly City (5.3 miles), Emeryville (8.3 miles) and South San Francisco (8.3 miles). These are near to zip codes: 94608 (8.3 miles), 94611 (8.4 miles) and 94801 (11.8 miles).

San Francisco Hospitals With PACU Departments

There are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have PACU nurses in San Francisco. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling PACU nurse position in or nearby San Francisco.

ENTIRA INCORPORATED
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks and 13 wks
Departments
IV Therapy, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Outpatient Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre/Post Operative, and Telemetry RN
Address
1807 W. FRANK STREET, SUITE 100
Emeryville, TX 75904
Kaiser – Oakland Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Intensive Care Unit RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN, Pediatric RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, Sterile Processing Tech, Telemetry RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
280 West MacArthur Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94611
Nearby Neighborhoods
Adams Point (94610), Sharfter (94609), Grand Lake (94610), Rockridge (94618), Uptown (94617)
Kaiser – Richmond Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks and 15 wks
Departments
Intensive Care Unit RN, Oncology RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, RN Case Manager, Telemetry RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
901 Nevin Ave.
Richmond, CA 94801
Nearby Neighborhoods
Atchison Village (94801), Triangle Court (94801), Nystrom Village (94802), Easter Hill Village (94804), Point Richmond (94801)
Kaiser – San Francisco Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks and 14 wks
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, House Supervisor, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology Nursing, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology Nursing, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Pediatric RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, RN Case Manager, Sterile Processing Tech, Telemetry RN, Telemetry RN, and Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
2425 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Neighborhoods
Anza Vista (94115), Amanico Ergina Village (94115), Marcus Garvey Square (94115), North of the Panhandle (94117), Martin Luther King Square (94115)
Kaiser – San Rafael Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, and Telemetry RN
Address
99 Montecillo Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
Nearby Neighborhoods
Las Gallinas (94903), Terra Lindo (94960), Gallinas (94949), Terra Linda (94960), Cerro (94912)
* 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.