Travel PACU RN – Pre-Op Clinic - $2,465 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves providing care in the post-anesthesia unit, assisting pre-operative care, and ensuring rapid responses to patient changes. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of acute care experience and a current RN license. Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with support from a dedicated team.

Benefits

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Unlimited free CE credits

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in the specialty.
• Must hold an active RN license.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term care to patients immediately following surgery in the PACU.
• Assist in preparing patients for surgery.
• Respond quickly to changes in a patient’s condition.

Skills

Acute care experience

Patient observation

Pain medication administration

CPR

Education

Active RN license

Job description

Overview

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

Job Description & Requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term care to patients immediately following surgery in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). Observe patients, regularly take vitals, ensure proper breathing, and administer oxygen or pain medication as needed.


• Assist in pre-operative care as needed, preparing patients for surgery.


• Respond quickly to changes in a patient\'s condition, including beginning CPR if necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in the specialty


• Active RN license

Job Details

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care


• Discipline: RN


• Start Date: 10 / 13 / 2025


• Duration: 13 weeks


• Hours: 40 hours per week


• Shift: 8 hours, days


• Employment Type: Travel

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 #1154037. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 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.