Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in State College, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/22/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
An opportunity for a Registered Nurse specializing in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) located in State College, Pennsylvania. This role involves providing professional nursing care during the immediate post-anesthesia phase, including assessments, care planning, and patient transfer to the subsequent care unit. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: State College, Pennsylvania
- Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited registered nurse program; current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) licensure; American Heart Association standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews every two years; American Heart Association standards for Healthcare Provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and renews every two years; American Heart Association standards for Healthcare Provider Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and renews every two years; 0 years of experience required.
- Additional Information: Effectively functions as a team member and liaison between patient and staff; demonstrates excellent communication skills; maintains a high degree of professionalism; exhibits emotional tolerance and sound judgment when dealing with ill patients, families, and colleagues.
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 #1269673. 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
