Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,420 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Santa Rosa, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 Duration: 18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse located in the region is sought for a temporary assignment. This role involves providing post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring patient safety, and managing postoperative protocols in an acute care environment. Flexibility in scheduling and the ability to work variable shifts are essential to meet departmental needs. Job Details Certifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required. Education Requirements: Valid state license; compact license accepted. Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience in PACU or related perioperative settings. Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, starting from 11/16/2026 through 03/22/2027. Additional Information: Candidates must be flexible with start times due to variable scheduling. Experience in outpatient surgery, airway assessment, medication reconciliation, pain management, and monitoring various patient populations is preferred. Ability to work independently and handle postoperative care procedures is necessary. Responsibilities include monitoring patient recovery, administering medications, managing airway and IV lines, and documenting patient assessments in the electronic medical record system. Travel experience is not explicitly required, but candidates must meet the experience and certification requirements outlined. Submittal Requirements: Candidates must respond to whether they have worked at a Providence facility previously, including location and dates, and provide two references covering at least one year within the last three years prior to starting. 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 1329602. 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