Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,805 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Fresno, California.

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) specialist position is located in Fresno, California. The role involves providing advanced patient care in a trauma Level 1 or Level 2 facility, with a focus on trauma, stroke, and pediatric post-anesthesia recovery. This position requires clinical expertise in intensive care and post-operative care services to support patient recovery and safety.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts with a start time at either 3:00 PM or 7:00 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.


• Required Qualifications: Valid certifications as applicable, with education and experience including ICU experience, PACU experience in trauma Level 1 or Level 2, inpatient PACU experience, pediatric experience, and NIH-Stroke certification, with at least 1 year of relevant clinical experience.


• Preferred Qualifications: Not specified.


• Float: Float rotation may be required.


• Additional Information: Must have ICU experience and PACU experience related to trauma, pediatric care, and stroke unit assessment. The position is based in Fresno, California, and requires immediate availability.

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 #1294160. 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

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus