Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,185 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Winston-salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for a position in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized post-operative care to primarily pediatric patients (ages 0-17) in a busy Level 1 Trauma designated teaching hospital setting. The RN will work in a dedicated pediatric recovery unit, managing a variety of surgical cases with a focus on post-op care and monitoring.

Job Details

• Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, 2 years of clinical experience, at least 1 year in critical care pediatrics, and current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in surgical specialties excluding cardiac, and familiarity with managing vented patients and ICU-level gtts such as heparin, insulin, and cardiac medications
• Patient Care: Serves predominantly pediatric inpatients, with occasional adult patient care based on unit needs; RN-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity
• Responsibilities: Managing vented patients, ICU-level medications, and post-operative recovery, primarily in an open bay unit with a team-oriented approach
• Support & Equipment: Access to anesthesia 24/7, telemetry monitoring, EPIC electronic medical records, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors; support staff includes transporters, receptionists, PACU educators, and dedicated charge nurses
• Orientation: Facility and unit-specific orientation, including two precepted shifts, with scrubs provided and free parking available

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

This position provides a dynamic environment for experienced pediatric critical care nurses looking to expand their clinical expertise in a supportive, well-equipped hospital setting.

Cross Country Job ID #1255354. 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