Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Morristown, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Morristown. This role provides nursing care to patients in the preoperative holding and recovery areas before and after operative or invasive procedures. The position coordinates patient care, collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, and supports safe, compassionate, and efficient perioperative services.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Active state Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) experience
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) certification or guideline knowledge
- Critical care experience
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Additional Information:
- Provides care throughout the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Promotes patient safety, advocacy, independence, and education for patients and families.
- Collaborates with physicians, medical staff, administration, and multidisciplinary team members.
- Maintains accurate medical records and protects confidential patient and staff information.
- Applies clinical policies, procedures, regulatory standards, and therapeutic care standards.
- Supervisory and charge nurse responsibilities may be required.
- Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills are essential.
- Proficiency with computer-based data management programs and information systems is expected.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, mathematical tasks, and confidentiality ethics is required.
- One winter holiday and one summer holiday may be required as needed.
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 #1348818. 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