Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Iowa City, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: The healthcare professional specializing in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) will provide pre and post-operative patient care in a facility setting. This role involves working day shifts with a schedule of 8-hour shifts between 06:00 and 19:30, with an expected weekly workload of 40 hours. The position requires compliance with ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification and proficiency in UI EKG interpretation.
Job Details:
Position: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Start Date: 10/12/2026
End Date: 01/11/2027
Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Certification in ACLS, proficiency in UI EKG interpretation, current licensure suitable for the state, basic life support certification, no minimum experience requirement, location within the facility's service area, and relevant educational background
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in post anesthesia patient care, additional certifications in perioperative nursing or related fields
Float: Float rotation may be required, but this role does not explicitly require float
Additional Information: Position involves providing patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, managing post-operative recovery, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Flexibility in schedule and shift extensions may be necessary based on patient care needs.
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 #1318994. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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
Iowa City, IA
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Electrocardiogramunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Perioperative Nursingunmatched
Postanesthesiaunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)unmatched
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