Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Englewood, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
The organization is seeking a registered nurse specializing in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for a temporary assignment in Englewood, CO. This role involves providing postoperative recovery care for patients receiving anesthesia, with responsibilities including monitoring and managing patient conditions during the recovery phase in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Job Details
- Position: Registered Nurse (RN) PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit)
- Location: Englewood, CO
- Schedule: Nights; 12-hour shift hours; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Current PACU hospital experience with a minimum of 1-year, active Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in stroke care, critical care, and PACU.
- Additional Information: The unit handles a high volume of neuro, stroke, interventional radiology, TAVR procedures, and critical care overflow. Staff ratios are estimated at 1 RN to 2 patients, with some patients up to 3. The unit is equipped with GE monitors and uses Meditech electronic medical records. Float rotation may be required.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must meet the qualifications listed to be considered for this role.
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
Posted Date: 2026-10-03
Cross Country Job ID #1305132. 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