Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,270 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN for PACU in Phoenix, AZ. The role offers 10-hour day shifts, 40 hours per week, and an 11-week assignment at a 221-bed teaching hospital. Start is 09/22/2026 with an end date of 12/08/2026, focusing on post-anesthesia care and patient safety.

The PACU nurse will provide direct care, supervise staff, and contribute to operational goals while delivering high-quality, safe patient care in a busy PACU setting.

Qualifications

• Valid registered nurse (RN) license.
• PACU or Pre-Operative Nurse experience preferred.
• No minimum years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care in the post-anesthesia setting.
• Supervise staff and ensure high-quality patient safety.
• Support operational and clinical goals of the facility.

Skills

RN license

PACU experience

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/22/2026
• Duration: 11 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nurse role is based in a 221-bed acute care facility and teaching hospital. This position involves providing direct clinical care to patients on a daily basis, with an emphasis on assessing, planning, and implementing patient care in the post-anesthesia setting. The PACU nurse will also supervise staff, ensure adherence to high-quality, safe practices, and support operational and clinical goals of the facility.

Job Details

• Location: 221-bed acute care facility and teaching hospital
• Schedule: Days shift, 10 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid registered nurse (RN) license, with either PACU or Pre-Operative Nurse experience. Minimum of 0 years of clinical experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with postoperative patient management, strong supervisory skills, and familiarity with unit-specific procedures.
• Additional Information: The role involves responsible assessment, planning, and delivery of direct patient care on a shift basis. Supervisory duties include oversight of clinical staff to which care is delegated, ensuring high standards of patient safety and care quality. The PACU nurse is accountable to support the facility's Chief Nursing Officer in maintaining operational excellence, competency of staff, and resource optimization for patient care.
• Start Date: 09/22/2026
• End Date: 12/08/2026

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 #1321371. 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.