Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,200 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive pay

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 Davis, California assignment. The role centers on post-anesthesia recovery, with patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, and recovery management.

It requires a California RN license and multiple life-support certifications, across a 13-week travel contract. Expected schedule is 8-hour days, starting 10/19/2026, with full-time hours (40/week) and potential rotation.

Qualifications

• Valid California RN license with current standing.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of PACU or acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform airway assessments and monitor vital signs post-anesthesia.
• Manage patient recovery in PACU and provide post-anesthesia education.
• Coordinate care across perioperative teams during 40-hour weeks.

Skills

California RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

PACU experience

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) specialty position is located in a healthcare facility that provides post-operative recovery services for a diverse patient population, including adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics. The role involves performing patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, and managing patient recovery following anesthesia procedures. The position offers a schedule of days shifts, with a commitment of 8 hours per shift and a minimum of 40 hours per week over the contract duration.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Typical start times range from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, based on operational needs. Variations in days off each week, including potential rotation based on staffing and patient care requirements.
• Required Qualifications: Valid California registered nurse licensure uploaded within the last 2 weeks with a current license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification, and at least 2 years of experience in PACU or related acute care setting.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge experience, community hospital experience, trauma level I or II experience, travel experience.
• Floats: Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The candidate will be responsible for managing airway assessments, vital sign monitoring, post-operative patient education, and handling various post-anesthesia procedures. Familiarity with PACU-specific equipment and protocols is required. All compliance documents, including licensure and certifications, must be submitted within 10 days prior to start date.

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 #1320917. 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