Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Modesto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/01/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Specialist Modesto, California. This position involves providing post-anesthesia recovery care for a diverse patient population. The role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery outcomes in a high-volume PACU setting.
Job Details
Schedule: 12-hour shift hours from 07:00 AM to 07:00 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license uploaded via Nursys within the last 2 weeks.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous charge nurse experience, two years of related PACU experience, and familiarity with the Epic charting system.
Experience: No minimum years of experience required beyond the role-specific qualifications.
Patient Ratio Experience: At least 2 patients per nurse.
Charting System Experience: Required with Epic.
Facility & Patient Care Details: Managing a daily census of approximately 40 patients across 16 beds in a high-volume PACU. Care includes a wide range of surgical recovery patients, with interdisciplinary support from IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, and other departments.
Additional Information: Orientation includes 72 hours of onboarding. Candidates must complete all compliance documentation at least 10 days prior to the start date. Onboarding modules are non-billable and recorded through e-learning. Must provide two references obtained within the last year, with no separation time required from previous roles.
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 #1298921. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Modesto, CA
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