Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,475 per week

Job Description & Requirements Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California. Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 08/24/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), San Francisco, CA This position involves providing specialized peri-anesthesia nursing care to adult, adolescent, and geriatric patients during their post-operative recovery. The nurse will utilize basic competencies in pharmacology, airway management, and peri-anesthesia standards of care to support patient recovery from anesthesia and surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes. Job Details Schedule: 4 x 10-hour days, start times at 9:00 AM, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Required Qualifications: Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) licensure, BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS, PALS certifications, and at least 2 years of PACU RN experience, preferably in a high-acuity hospital or ICU setting. Preferred Qualifications: Extensive cardiac or cath lab experience. Float: Float to other campuses may be required based on census and operational needs. Additional Information: The position requires proficiency in End-Tidal CO2 monitoring, airway assessment, and management of various post-operative procedures. Clinical responsibilities include managing ventilated patients, administering blood products, performing cardiac arrests CPR, cardioversion, and operating complex monitoring equipment such as the Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring system. Candidates must complete a 24-hour orientation and submit all compliance documentation 10 days prior to the start date, including valid licensure and certifications. 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 coverageCompetitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Cross Country Job ID #1292906. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Cross Country Nurses