Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,070 per week

Company: Cross Country Nurses
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 5, 2026

Job Description:

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/23/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Job Description As a post-anesthesia care unit nurse (RN PACU), you will provide short-term care to patients immediately following surgery, from 30 minutes to several hours post-op. Patient observation is essential to your job, including regularly taking vitals, ensuring proper breathing, and administering oxygen or pain medication when necessary. You may also care for patients in the pre-op setting managing their needs and preparing them for surgery. In this role, you must quickly respond to any change in a patient's condition, beginning CPR if necessary. Minimum Requirements - At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty - Active RN license Benefits The benefits of taking a travel nursing job 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 Posted Date: 2026-01-08 Cross Country Job ID 1197756. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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

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