Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $1,760 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary:
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) registered nurse position available in Austin, Texas. This role involves providing post-operative recovery care for patients, ensuring their stabilization and safety following anesthesia and surgical procedures. The position offers an opportunity to work within a busy, state-of-the-art facility with modern equipment and a collaborative team environment.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Texas registered nurse license; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN); one year of experience in a PACU, operating room, or similar setting; no specific experience requirement listed otherwise
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with post-operative patient management and familiarity with state-of-the-art monitoring equipment is a plus
• Floating: Not specified, will depend on hospital needs
• Additional Information: The unit is equipped with advanced monitoring systems and technology to support perioperative patient care. The team values flexibility, cohesiveness, and professionalism in their staff. Scrub color is blue (provided by the facility). Candidates should demonstrate adaptability to fluctuating case volumes and collaborative teamwork.

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 #1283452. 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