Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,255 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing?

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii. The PACU role focuses on post-surgical patient monitoring with advanced anesthesia knowledge and care in monitoring incision sites and vital signs.

The position involves caring for patients in pre-operative and recovery settings, with rotating 8-hour shifts and 40 hours per week, across days/evenings/nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid Hawaii professional license required.
• BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum 2 years of critical care experience (ER or ICU).

Responsibilities

• Care for patients in pre-operative, Phase I and Phase II recovery.
• Monitor vitals, assess incisions, identify stability or complications.

Skills

Critical care

RN licensure (Hawaii)

BLS

ACLS

Tools

Meditech

PCA Pumps

Pyxis

Braun IV Pumps

Cryocuff

SCDs

Bair Paws Warmers

HP Monitors

Phillips Monitors

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

Specialty

PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Discipline

RN

Start Date

10/19/2026

Duration

13 weeks

Work Hours

40 hours per week

Shift

8 hours

Employment Type

Travel

Job Summary

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nursing opportunity available at a healthcare organization in the state of Hawaii. The position involves caring for patients in pre-operative, Phase I, and Phase II recovery, with a focus on post-surgical patient monitoring and critical care. Candidates must possess the necessary skills to assess incision sites, monitor vital signs, and identify signs of stability or complications, demonstrating advanced knowledge of anesthesiology.

Job Details

Shift Schedule: Rotating shifts, 8 hours per shift, with minimum of 40 hours per week. Shifts may include Days, Evenings, Nights, and weekends or holidays. No guarantee of hours or shift preference.

Required Qualifications

Valid professional license in Hawaii; BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association; minimum of 2 years of experience as a critical care registered nurse (such as ER or ICU); ability to arrive at the designated location by the Thursday before the start date for employee health appointment; proof of flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption documentation; experience with Meditech, PCA Pumps, Pyxis, Braun IV Pumps, Cryocuff, SCD's, Bair Paws Warmers, HP Monitors, Phillips Monitors.

Additional Information

Candidates must have Hawaii state licensure by the start of assignment. Previous critical care or surgical nursing experience is preferred. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association is recommended and may be required for specific positions. Specialty certifications such as NIHSS and TNCC are preferred or required depending on the role.

Position Urgency

Normal.

Start Date

10/19/2026

End Date

01/18/2027

Benefits

• 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 #1321634. 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