Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,390 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a day shift position in Rockford, Illinois. This role involves providing post-operative recovery care for patients, including pre-operative and phase two PACU experiences. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and is suited for nurses with relevant PACU experience.

Job Details:

• Position: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN
• Location: Rockford, Illinois
• Schedule: Days, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week, starting from 07/19/2026
• Required Qualifications: Illinois nursing license, BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications; at least 2 years of experience in PACU, pre-operative, and phase two PACU settings
• Additional Information: Phase 1 PACU experience as well as pre-op and phase 2 PACU experience are required. Shift schedule includes varied start times between 0800 and 1030 hours. On call coverage for weekends and holidays, including Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday nights, with potential for additional call coverage Monday through Thursday if needed.
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with on-call responsibilities during nights and weekends

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 #1278596. Pay package is based on 10 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