Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,885 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is sought in Lexington, Kentucky. This position involves providing post-anesthesia recovery care in a healthcare facility. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment.

Job Details:

• Location: Lexington, Kentucky
• Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: State licensure as a registered nurse, current CPR certification (e.g., American Heart Association Basic Life Support), and no minimum years of experience specified
• Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are advantageous
• Additional Information: The position includes 3-4 call shifts scheduled during a six-week rotation, requiring flexibility for on-call duties.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1268145. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus