Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $1,700 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse based in the facility is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical and diagnostic procedures. The RN closely monitors patients during the immediate post-anesthesia period, manages pain and nausea, identifies complications, and ensures patients are stable before transfer or discharge.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license. Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred. Current BLS certification. ACLS certification typically required. PACU, ICU, critical-care, emergency department, or perioperative nursing experience may be preferred depending on the facility. Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and emergency-response skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous PACU or critical-care experience. PALS certification when caring for pediatric patients. Certification such as CPAN or CAPA. Experience with airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, and postoperative recovery.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: The position requires working in a critical environment, utilizing personal protective equipment following Standard Precautions, and adhering to established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization. The RN will serve as a primary coordinator of patient care, implementing and monitoring care plans, and assessing discharge needs.

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 #1308630. 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