- Specialty
- PACU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 40/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 09/21/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Elko, Nevada.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse (RN) Northeastern Nevada. This role involves providing specialized postoperative and preoperative patient care in a rural hospital setting. The position requires clinical expertise in various surgical specialties with a focus on pediatric to geriatric patient populations.
Job Details
- Location: Northeastern Nevada
- Position: RN (Preoperative, Postoperative, PACU) in ENT, General, Orthopedic, Gynecology, Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, and Cath Lab specialties
- Shift: Days, 10-hour shifts, with weekly scheduled hours of 40, including call requirements (one day during the week and one weekend per month)
- Required Qualifications: RN certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), 2 years of relevant experience, valid licensing, and ability to perform IV skills and work in Pre-op, PACU, and Phase I units
- Preferred Qualifications: Previous travel assignment, 2+ years of experience in an acute hospital setting, rural healthcare experience
- Additional Information: The role involves working with a patient population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, with a focus on common diagnoses such as total joint surgeries, laparoscopic procedures, thyroidectomy, hysterectomy, D&C, C-section, and cath lab pacemaker procedures. The unit operates with a fast-paced environment requiring adaptable and efficient clinical skills.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates should submit their application for consideration for this temporary position starting on 09/21/2026 and ending on 12/21/2026.
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 #1306984. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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