Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/09/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 10 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) The organization is seeking a qualified PACU RN to provide specialized care within the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. This role involves delivering patient-centered care, assessing postoperative patients, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal recovery and safety.
Job Details
Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: CA-RN (Registered Nurse), Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred, 0 years of experience required.
Schedule: Day shift, 10-hour shift, minimum 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities include creating and maintaining a healing environment through patient and family engagement, assessing data and diagnosing nursing needs, developing and implementing care plans, and evaluating intervention effectiveness.
Collaborates with patients, families, and the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans and educates patients on self-care and illness prevention.
Monitors and evaluates patient responses to interventions, ensures safety standards are met, and participates in team activities to improve patient care and staff morale.
Utilizes available technology for communication, documentation, and clinical research to enhance patient outcomes and clinical practices.
Demonstrates leadership and commitment to lifelong learning through professional practice and ongoing education.
Must possess CA-RN licensure and current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
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 #1330319. Pay package is based on 10 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
Palo Alto, CA
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Clinical Outcomesunmatched
Clinical Practices/Protocolsunmatched
Clinical Researchunmatched
Clinical Study Publicationsunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
Postanesthesiaunmatched
Quality of Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
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