Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,455 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salary

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN in PACU (Post Anesthesia Care) for an assignment in Minneapolis, MN. The role requires two years in critical care and two years PACU experience, with Epic EMR proficiency, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS. Minnesota RN license and supervisory references are needed.

This 13-week travel opportunity offers 40 hours per week and 8-hour shifts in a hospital setting. The RN will manage postoperative care, monitor recovery, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Two years of critical care experience in ICU or ED.
• Two years of PACU experience.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Minnesota RN license and current skills checklist.
• Experience with Epic EMR.
• Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Experience with pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Two supervisory references with employment dates.
• Travel nursing experience.
• Prior employment with Cross Country Nurses.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, expert care to patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Focus on patient safety, assessment, and early intervention.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and delegate activities.
• Adhere to standards of care for diverse populations (pediatric, adult, geriatric).
• Support a rotating 8-hour shift, with 40 hours per week as assigned.

Skills

Critical care experience

PACU experience

Epic EMR

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Cardiac rhythms interpretation

Pediatric care

Geriatric care

Trauma Level I

Minnesota license

Supervisory references

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

PACU Registered Nurse (RN) Critical Care, Post Anesthesia Care Unit This position is located in an acute care setting. The RN will provide holistic, expert care to customers recovering from anesthesia, with a focus on patient safety, assessment, and early intervention. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, delegation of activities, and adherence to standards of patient care across diverse patient populations including pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Job Details

• Schedule: Rotating shift; 8 hours per shift; minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Two years of critical care experience in ICU or emergency department; two years of PACU experience; prior travel experience; Epic electronic medical record experience; current certification in BLS, ACLS, and PALS by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; ability to interpret cardiac rhythms; experience with pediatric and geriatric patient populations; trauma Level I experience; Minnesota license; current skills checklist pertinent to the specialty, current within 1 year; two supervisory references with employment dates listed; candidate must have work history that includes prior employment with the organization.
• Additional Information: Variation of duties based on assigned care units, including differences in clinical skills expected of the RN. Applicants should include all requested RTO (Request for Time Off) at the time of submittal; requests made after submission may not be honored.

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 #1319480. Pay package is based on 8 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