Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Pediatric Recovery Room Nurse (PACU Pediatrics) in Portland, Oregon. This position involves providing specialized postoperative care to pediatric patients in a dedicated pediatric post-anesthesia care unit within a short-term acute care facility. The role requires flexibility to float between different units and facilities based on operational needs, with a focus on pediatric patient recovery and safety.
Job Details
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid license, minimum of 1 year of pediatric PACU experience, current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications, proficiency with Epic electronic charting system. Experience working with pediatric patients across Neonates, Adolescents, Infants, and Pediatrics age groups, including performing post-operative assessments and managing pain and sedation.
- Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric surgery unit experience, prior float experience within inpatient or pediatric acute care environments.
- Float: Float rotation may be required to other units or facilities as per operational needs.
- Additional Information: This position is for a pediatric pre/post/postoperative care RN in a standalone pediatric surgery department. The department handles outpatient surgeries and inpatient care for various surgical specialties, including orthopedics, general surgery, ENT, urology, plastics, dental, oral maxillofacial, endoscopy, ophthalmology, and NICU. Candidates are expected to commit to working 3 of the 5 designated holidays and must have a vehicle for the assignment. Orientation includes 30 hours of training.
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: 2026-07-25
Cross Country Job ID #1279722. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Recovery Room Pediatrics
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