Travel Ambulatory PACU RN - $2,565 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Silver City, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Post Anesthesia Care Ambulatory Unit (PACU AMBULATORY) Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive perioperative care to patients in the recovery setting. This role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating patient care, demonstrating proficiency in both pre-operative and post-anesthesia recovery environments. The position requires flexibility to handle varied shifts and on-call duties, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Rotating shifts, 8 hours each, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license in the state, CPR certification through the American Heart Association, recent experience in Post Anesthesia Care Unit or ambulatory surgical recovery, and a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in a perioperative setting
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in outpatient surgical or ambulatory care settings; certifications such as Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) are a plus
• Additional Information: The role involves assessing patients post-anesthesia, managing their recovery, and ensuring safe discharge. Candidates should be adaptable to varied shifts, including on-call responsibilities, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

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 #1283755. 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 Ambulatory 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