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: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Nurse in a healthcare organization. The position involves providing post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring patient safety, and monitoring vital signs. The role requires flexibility in scheduling, with start times varying between 0600 and 0830, predominantly on dayshift, and may include weekend and holiday coverage.
Job Details
- Schedule: Days, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid California state license (or pending license accepted), at least 2 years of PACU experience, ACLS, BLS, PALS certifications.
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS (CCRNs preferred).
- Responsibilities include managing ventilated patients, arterial line management, regional blocks, and post-procedural recovery.
- Additional Information: Floating to ambulatory surgery centers, hematology/oncology, and other units may be required. Flexibility is essential due to varying start times and schedule needs. Candidates must have experience with PACU procedures, trauma levels I or II experience preferred, and be willing to work holiday shifts.
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 #1333315. Pay package is based on 8 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