Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,480 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

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 is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel assignment in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The role involves providing specialized after-surgical care to patients recovering from anesthesia, focusing on safety, comfort, and monitoring.

The position requires active Wisconsin or compact RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and a minimum of two years PACU experience. Schedule is days, 8 hours, 40 hours per week, with weekend and weeknight call expectations.

Qualifications

• Active Wisconsin or compact RN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA or ARC required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.
• Minimum 2 years PACU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgery.
• Monitor patient vital signs and recovery progress per protocols.
• Collaborate with OR and anesthesia teams to ensure safe recovery.
• Document care and patient status in Epic.

Skills

PACU experience

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Active WI license

Education

Associate Degree or Certificate

Tools

Epic

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

• 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

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse in Aspirus Rhinelander. This position involves providing specialized after-surgical care to patients recovering from anesthesia, with a focus on safety, comfort, and monitoring. The role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes during recovery.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Active Wisconsin or compact Registered Nurse (RN) license, American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Associate Degree or Certificate.
• Preferred Qualifications: PACU experience preferred.
• Responsibilities include providing post-operative care, monitoring patient vital signs, and managing patient recovery according to clinical protocols.
• Certifications: Active WI or compact RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS.
• Schedule: Days, 8 hours, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Weekend call approximately one weekend every 6-7 weeks, starting Friday at 3:30 PM and ending Monday at 7:00 AM. Weeknight call approximately every other week, beginning at 3:30 PM and ending at 7:00 AM the following morning. Must have 2+ years of PACU experience. Charting experience in Epic required. During flu season, any traveler declining flu and COVID vaccinations is required to wear a mask at all times.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must hold an active license and current certifications, and be available for the outlined schedule and call responsibilities.

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 #1326814. 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