Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,305 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse - Location: [Location]
This position involves providing specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery in a fast-paced environment. The PACU Nurse will monitor, assess, and support patients ensuring safe and effective recovery, while working collaboratively with the healthcare team to meet clinical standards and patient needs.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; current Washington State RN Licensure; Healthcare Provider (HCP) Level of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent within 30 days of hire; minimum one year of RN experience preferred for specialty nursing departments.
• Schedule: Shift is days, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: The role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Manual dexterity is required for managing equipment and invasive lines, with the physical ability to lift and push/pull weights up to 300 pounds with assistance. Candidates should possess keen mental faculties for assessment and decision-making in managing acutely ill patients, and excellent communication skills for effective exchange of information with patients, families, and team members. ACLS certification to be obtained within 6 months, and PALS or PEARS certification within 6 months is preferred.

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 #1333283. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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