Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,875 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Nurse [Location] This position involves providing specialized post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia in a Level I trauma center environment. The role entails monitoring patients' recovery, administering medications, and educating patients and families on post-surgery care. Job Details Shift Schedule: Days, 3/12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, starting on 09/21/2026 and ending on 12/19/2026. Required Qualifications: Must live at least 50 miles away; current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state/district; minimum 2 years recent ICU and PACU experience, with recent Level I trauma center PACU experience. Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program; BSN highly desired. Certifications include PALS, BLS, and ACLS. Preferred Qualifications: CPAN, TNCC, CCRN certifications are highly desirable. Responsibilities: Monitor post-operative patients recovery from anesthesia, record vital signs, observe for side effects, administer medications, update electronic medical records, and educate patients and families about post-surgery care. Additional Information: Day shift; weekend on-call shifts required, including Saturdays (7a-7:30p) and rotating night calls (7p-7:30a). Candidates should possess critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently. Submission Requirements: Applicants must demonstrate recent PACU/Pre-op experience and at least 2 years of ICU experience. 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 1309775. 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 bonus5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386