Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,175 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Nurse in the local area. This position involves providing specialized post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort. The role requires critical care expertise and experience with airway management, central lines, and post-procedure care in an acute care setting.

Job Details

• Certifications: CA Registered Nurse (RN), BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Education Requirements: Valid CA State RN licensure, uploaded Nursys verification within the last 2 weeks
• Relevant Experience: Minimum of 2 years recent clinical experience in critical care or PACU in an acute care environment; experience with airway management, central lines, post-procedure care, and the nursing process
• Schedule: Days shift, 10-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: CA RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, EPIC experience, minimum of 2 years recent clinical experience in critical care or PACU, airway management experience, central lines and post-procedure care experience in an acute care setting
• Additional Information: Candidates must complete labs within 3-5 days of contract signing; two references obtained within the last year; no separation time required for return staff/travelers; maximum of 7 days of RTO per contract; holiday RTO policy applies; all compliance documents due 10 days prior to start; modules are non-billable, with an average of 1-5 hours, completed during orientation via e-learning
• Float: Float rotation may be required

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 #1332736. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 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