Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,275 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Lewes, Delaware. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 10 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nurse position in a 210-bed facility. This role involves working in a high-volume, Level III trauma center with a focus on recovery care for diverse patient populations including orthopedic, gynecological, pediatric, vascular, ENT, cesarean, gastrointestinal, and general surgery patients. The schedule features four ten-hour shifts per week, with a rotating on-call requirement, including weekends and holidays, designed to promote work-life balance during on-call periods. Job Details: Schedule: Day shifts, 10 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week. Required Qualifications: ACLS, BLS Certification, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), PALS; 2 years of critical care experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Alines, ventilators, and airway management procedures. Float: Float rotation may be required, potentially between the PACU and other units in the facility. Additional Information: The PACU patient population includes post-operative orthopedic, gynecological, pediatric, vascular, ENT, cesarean, GI, and general surgery patients. The unit uses the RX Station medication system and Epic for electronic charting. Prior experience in critical care is essential to manage ventilators and Alines effectively. Candidate must be licensed to submit and meet the minimum experience requirement of two years in a critical care setting. Travelers will support the unit during pre- and post-operative periods with opportunities for three 12-hour shifts during pre- and post-surgical weeks to balance workload. The role includes approximately four to five call shifts every four weeks, covering weekends and holidays. 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 1303292. 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