Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,805 per week

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

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 organization is seeking a qualified Professional (Nurse, Therapist, or other HCP) for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) position located in Fresno, California. This role involves providing post-operative care to patients in a fast-paced ICU and trauma-level environment, with an emphasis on PACU inpatient experience, pediatric care, and stroke management. The position offers a daytime shift that requires dedication to patient safety and clinical excellence.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid certifications, appropriate education, and licensure for the state of California. Experience in ICU, PACU inpatient care, or trauma Level 1 or 2 units. Pediatric experience and NIH-Stroke protocol familiarity preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with PEDS (Pediatric) patients and stroke protocols is highly advantageous.
• Additional Information: Candidates should be prepared to work in a dynamic environment requiring clinical proficiency in ICU and trauma care, along with PACU inpatient experience. The role entails following proper SOPs and safety guidelines pertinent to high-acuity patient care.

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 #1285675. 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