Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $3,070 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Palo Alto, CA
$3,070/wk
Apply now- Specialty
- PACU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 40/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/30/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse - Location: not specified. This role involves providing hands-on patient care within the scope of nursing practice, focusing on recovery and post-operative monitoring. The PACU RN collaborates with healthcare teams and families to ensure safe and effective patient discharge from anesthesia, emphasizing patient safety and comfort.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: California Registered Nurse (CA-RN), Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred, and 0 years of experience.
- Schedule: Day shift, 10 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Additional Information: The PACU RN will be responsible for accurately assessing patients recovery status, interpreting clinical data, planning and implementing individualized care, and evaluating intervention effectiveness. They will educate patients and families regarding post-operative care and recovery, contribute to team efforts, and support quality improvement initiatives. The role requires the ability to respond rapidly in emergency situations, monitor safety practices, and utilize available technology for documentation and communication. The RN will also contribute to the professional growth of peers through sharing expertise and participating in professional development activities.
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 #1334186. 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