Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Olympia Field, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse in an inpatient healthcare setting. This 13-week traveler assignment involves working days, with shifts from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm, and includes a call requirement of four weekday calls and two weekend calls within a six-week schedule. The role demands providing quality post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia.
Job Details
- Position: RN PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) 13 weeks, traveler
- Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm, minimum 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- End Date: 01/17/2027
- Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, minimum of 1 year experience in PACU or related critical care, current certification in BLS and ACLS, applicable educational background, and the ability to meet location requirements.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with post-operative patients and additional certifications as applicable.
- Additional Information: The role involves scheduled call duties, including four weekday calls and two weekend calls over a six-week span. Candidates must demonstrate effective patient care skills in a fast-paced recovery environment.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must submit a prime resume and reference check, along with prime skills checklist.
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: 2026-09-26
Cross Country Job ID #1309150. 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