Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,550 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 86,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

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 CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Los Alamos, NM is seeking a travel RN for PACU - Post Anesthesia Care to join a 47-bed acute care facility for a 6-week assignment. The role provides postoperative recovery care for adult patients, with ENT cases such as appendectomy and gallbladder procedures, and requires days shifts with on-call responsibilities.

The start date is 11/09/2026 and candidates must be able to begin within 7–10 days of offer acceptance.

Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Minimum 2 years PACU experience
• Certifications must be provided at submission
• Start within 7-10 days from offer

Responsibilities

• Provide postoperative recovery care for adult patients in PACU.
• Assist ENT procedures such as appendectomy and gallbladder surgeries.
• Work 40 hours per week on days shifts with on-call responsibilities.
• Respond within 30 minutes for on-call cases.

Skills

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 Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 6 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse (RN) Los Alamos, NM. This position involves providing postoperative recovery care for adult patients, primarily focusing on ENT procedures such as appendectomy and gallbladder surgeries. The role requires immediate start within 7-10 days from offer acceptance, with flexibility for on-call responsibilities during nights and weekends.

Job Details

• Position Description: This is a rapid response need at a 47-bed acute care facility serving Northern New Mexico. The unit primarily cares for adult patients and occasionally manages ENT surgeries, including appendectomy and gallbladder cases.
• Required Qualifications: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN), BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Minimum of 2 years of relevant PACU experience. Valid certifications must be provided at submission, as they are not available on site.
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per shift, with approximately 40 hours per week. On-call coverage is required, with a 30-minute response time once notified of a case.
• Additional Information: Includes completion of background checks and fingerprinting as per New Mexico state requirements. Experience in Preoperative and PACU settings is preferred. Candidates must be able to start within 7-10 days from offer acceptance.

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 #1331690. 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