Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/23/2026
Duration: 8 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: The organization is seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nurse in Houston, Texas. This position involves providing specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring safety and stability post-surgery. The role offers a day shift schedule with 12-hour shifts, requiring a minimum of 36 hours per week to support patient recovery and post-operative care.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; certification in Basic Life Support (BLS); at least 1 year of clinical experience in PACU or related perioperative areas; located in or willing to work in Houston, Texas.
Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is preferred.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: The role involves providing post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing patient pain, and collaborating with surgical teams to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
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 #1297919. 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
Houston, TX
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Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
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