- Specialty
- PACU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 40/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 10/25/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) registered nurse (RN) position available at a community hospital. The role involves providing specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia, with responsibilities across various surgical specialties including Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Ear, Nose, and Throat, Breast Surgery, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, and Endoscopy. The position offers a rotating day/evening schedule and requires flexibility for on-call duties.
Job Details:
- Shift Hours: 12 hours
- Schedule: Rotating D/E shifts
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36.0
- Start Date: 10/25/2026
- End Date: 01/23/2027
- Required Qualifications: Certified Nursing License (RN), relevant accreditation in Post Anesthesia Care Nursing, current licensure in the state of practice, and at least 1 year of clinical experience in PACU or related unit
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with neuro, plastics, ENT, breast, general, GYN, urology, ortho, vascular, or endoscopy specialties
- Additional Information: The role involves providing patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment with a variety of specialties. On-call responsibilities include roughly 3-4 weeknight calls and one 24-hour weekend call within an 8-week period. Call hours may vary depending on staffing needs.
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 #1299688. Pay package is based on 8 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