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: 10/04/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse in a healthcare provider setting. The position involves 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
- Certifications, Education, and Experience: 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 of at least 3 years. Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and emergency-response skills.
- Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, beginning on 09/27/2026 and ending on 12/26/2026.
- Additional Information: The PACU Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care during the immediate post-anesthesia period, managing pain, nausea, and complications, ensuring patient stability before transfer or discharge. The role requires critical thinking and the ability to work in a stressful environment.
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