Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Denver, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse (RN) Denver, Colorado. This seasonal travel position involves providing specialized patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment. The role requires delivering high-quality post-anesthesia recovery services and supporting patient discharge procedures during scheduled shifts.
Job Details
Position Description: Seasonal travel RN position in the PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) at a facility with 15 beds and a staff of 35. The unit handles Phase I recovery and Phase II discharge procedures, focusing on patients post-surgery.
Required Qualifications: Current hospital PACU experience of at least 1 year, valid BLS (Basic Life Support), and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications.
Shift: Days, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Start Date: 10/05/2026
End Date: 01/04/2027
Additional Information: Candidates without PACU experience, BLS, or ACLS will not be considered. The environment demands an upbeat personality and the ability to thrive in a high-paced setting. Previous experience with EMR system Meditech is preferred. The unit values staff with the ability to adapt quickly and work efficiently under pressure.
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 #1312025. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Denver, CO
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiovascularunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
MEDITECHunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Postanesthesiaunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Surgical Proceduresunmatched
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