Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,935 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Bay City, Michigan. This perioperative role entails caring for patients recovering from anesthesia, including monitoring vitals, airway and pain management, and collaboration with the surgical team.

The assignment runs for approximately 13 weeks, with days 12‑hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week. A MI license and BLS are required; float rotation may be needed.

Qualifications

• Certification in BLS (AHA).
• Michigan state licensure as RN.
• At least 2 years PACU experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and patient status in PACU.
• Assist airway management and pain control.
• Document care and communicate with care team.

Skills

BLS Certification

PACU experience

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Summary

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse in Michigan. This position involves providing perioperative care to patients recovering from anesthesia, including monitoring vital signs, managing airway and pain, assessing surgical sites, and communicating with the healthcare team to ensure safe recovery. The role requires working days shifts, with on‑call responsibilities, for a duration of approximately three months.

Job Details

• Certifications: BLS (AHA); State License: Michigan; Experience requirement: 0 years
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certification in BLS (AHA), Michigan state licensure, 2 years PACU experience
• Additional Information: Key responsibilities include patient monitoring, airway management, symptom and pain management, assessment and intervention, documentation, and communication. Submission requires verification of at least 2 years PACU experience.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

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 #1323854. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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