Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) Location: The healthcare facility is seeking a qualified RN for a position within the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The role involves providing hands-on patient care, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver safe, evidence-based care. The RN will be responsible for monitoring patients recovering from anesthesia, evaluating their condition, and ensuring optimal recovery outcomes.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: CA-RN (Registered Nurse), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, no minimum years of experience required.
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12-hour shift hours, minimum 36 hours per week.
- Responsibilities include creating a healing environment, assessing patient status, implementing interventions, teaching self-care, and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
- The RN must monitor their own practices for safety and compliance, contribute to team building, and participate in ongoing professional development.
- Effective communication and leadership skills are essential for success in 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
Cross Country Job ID #1326201. 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