Job Description

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

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