Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,255 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel RN for the PACU in Hilo, Hawaii. This role provides care for patients in the immediate postoperative period, with advanced assessment and monitoring to ensure stability after surgery. The assignment requires Hawaii licensure, BLS/ACLS, and PACU experience.

Shifts vary but typically include 40 hours per week with 8-hour shifts; start date is 11/09/2026 and duration is 13 weeks. Compensation includes competitive pay and travel benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Hawaii RN license required or Hawaii license by start
• BLS and ACLS certifications from American Heart Association
• PALS credential recommended and may be required
• Minimum 2+ years of critical care RN experience
• Proof of Hawaii license and vaccination or exemption required prior to start

Responsibilities

• Care for patients in the immediate postoperative period in PACU
• Provide advanced patient assessment and monitoring
• Ensure patient stability and safety following surgery
• Shifts may include Days, Evenings, Nights with 40 hours per week

Skills

Critical care RN

Post anesthesia care

Patient assessment

Hospital experience

Education

Hawaii RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS recommended

2+ years CCU experience

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: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse position is located in Hawaii. This role involves caring for patients in the immediate postoperative period, including Phase I and Phase II recovery. The PACU nurse provides advanced patient assessment and monitoring, demonstrating critical care skills to ensure patient stability and safety following surgical procedures.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Valid professional license within the state of practice; BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association; PALS credential recommended and may be required; 2+ years experience as a critical care registered nurse in a hospital setting may be accepted as a substitute for PACU nurse experience; Candidate must have Hawaii license by start of assignment; proof of flu vaccination or approved medical or religious exception required prior to contract start date.
• Schedule: Shifts vary between 8, 10, and 12 hours and can be Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends/Holidays, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. On Call shift 0-3 times per month during 8-hour night and 24-hour weekend/holiday shifts.
• Additional Information: Candidate must arrive the Thursday before the start date for employee health appointment on Friday. No guarantee of hours or shift preference.
• Submission Requirements: Proof of Hawaii license and vaccination or exception documentation needed prior to start date.

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 #1324708. 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