Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,960 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is based in a healthcare organization in Great Falls, Montana. This role involves providing comprehensive post-operative and procedural recovery care to patients, ensuring safety, comfort, and adherence to clinical protocols. The nurse will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless patient transitions from anesthesia to recovery, performing assessments, monitoring vital signs, managing medication administration, and delivering patient education.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift with 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, applicable certifications (such as BLS and ACLS), and 1 year of clinical experience in post-anesthesia or acute care settings. Education requirements include a completed nursing degree from an accredited program.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in pre-operative and post-operative settings, proficiency with electronic health records, and strong communication skills.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The position involves direct patient care in a dynamic clinical environment, participation in on-call rotations, and adherence to safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical standards. The role emphasizes clinical excellence, professional communication, equipment proficiency, and patient education, including pre-procedural outreach and post-discharge follow-up. Candidates must be comfortable managing high-acuity patients, performing assessments, administering medications, and coordinating care with team members.

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 #1283629. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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