Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Reno, Nevada.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/15/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) Reno, NV. This position involves providing specialized patient care in a fast-paced, Level II Trauma Center environment. The RN will deliver comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients following surgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through assessment, planning, and evaluation within the nursing process.
Job Details
- Position Description: This role involves delivering high-quality care in a busy Post Anesthesia Care Unit, supporting a 500-mile radius hospital recognized for outstanding clinical outcomes. The nurse will be responsible for patient assessment, stabilization, and recovery post-surgery, adhering to standards for trauma and stroke care accreditation.
- Required Qualifications: NV RN license, AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, a minimum of 2 years of Post Anesthesia Care Unit experience, prior travel experience, and ability to float to other units based on organizational needs.
- Schedule: Rotating shifts, 10 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week, inclusive of weekends, holidays, and call shifts. The schedule varies based on department needs.
- Additional Information: Blood work including comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) must be completed prior to start. The position may require working major holidays and picking up extra shifts. Flexibility to float to different units within the organization, up to the competency level, may be required. Low census days may lead to 48 hours notice to call off, without penalty.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates should be prepared to provide proof of license and certifications as part of the onboarding process.
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 #1335268. Pay package is based on 10 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