Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,505 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) RN Location: Not specified. This position involves providing specialized care for patients in the post-anesthesia recovery area. The role is focused on pre-operative patient management, ensuring safety and stability during recovery from anesthesia, with a requirement for recent experience in pediatric pre-op care.

Job Details:

• Position: Pre-Operative (Pre-Op) RN for PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit).
• Shift Schedule: Days, 10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
• Start Date: 11/17/2026.
• End Date: 02/20/2027.
• Required Qualifications: CA RN license, ACLS and PALS (AHA only), 2+ years recent PRE OP experience with pediatric experience. Preferred prior travel experience, EPIC experience.
• Schedule: Variable start time with 10-hour shifts.
• Additional Information: This role is specifically for pre-operative patient care only, with a focus on pediatric patients.

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 #1339629. 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