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 housing allowance

Health insurance including medical/Rx

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Direct deposit/free checking

CE credits

Hospital/clinic perquisites

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii. The assignment includes caring for patients in pre-operative, Phase I, and Phase II recovery with emphasis on post-surgical monitoring.

Requires Hawaii license, BLS/ACLS, and at least 2 years of critical care RN experience; start date 10/19/2026 and end date 01/18/2027, 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cares for pre-operative, Phase I and Phase II PACU patients with focus on post-surgical monitoring.

Tools

Meditech

PCA Pumps

Pyxis

Braun IV Pumps

Cryocuff

SCDs

Bair Paws

HP Monitors

Phillips Monitors

Job description

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

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
• 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

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
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

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 values, and your impact. 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.