Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatrics PACU - Post Anesthetic Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 17 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Pediatric Recovery Room Nursing (PACU PEDS) Located in Madison, Wisconsin, this position involves providing specialized peri-anesthetic care for complex pediatric surgical and procedural patients. The nurse will manage a varied case load in a state-of-the-art facility, focusing on patient safety and comfort in a fast-paced environment, with flexibility to accommodate different shift schedules.
Job Details:
Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 48 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: WI Registered Nurse (RN) license or compact license, at least 2 years of pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) experience within the last 3 years, and Epic electronic charting system experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience, community hospital experience, trauma center experience, and bedside patient ratio experience.
Certifications: BLS, PALS.
Additional Information:
At least 2 years of pediatric PACU experience required.
Must pass Telemetry test prior to start; passing criteria include 80% on adult and pediatric cardiac rhythm recognition exams, with two attempts allowed.
Traveler will be required to float as needed.
Minimum experience: Inpatient RN with two years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the specialty they are submitting to.
No on-call required; the role involves caring for pediatric patients including neonates, adolescents, infants, and adults.
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
Posted Date: 2026-08-28
Cross Country Job ID #1295519. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Recovery Room Pediatrics
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
Madison, WI
Skills
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