Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) nurse position available in Augusta, GA. This role involves supporting the specialized Burn PACU unit within a busy, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care to a unique patient population undergoing burn, wound, and plastic surgery procedures.
Job Details:
- Certification Requirements: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- Education Requirements / Degree: Relevant nursing license with 1-2 years PACU experience minimum; ICU/ER background preferred but not required; Meditech experience preferred but not required
- Location Requirements: Augusta, GA
- Experience: 0+ years required
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, with a work start date of 10/12/2026 and end date of 01/11/2027
- Floating: Float between Burn PACU and Main PACU may be required
- Additional Information: This PACU services Burn, Wound, and Plastic surgery patients with a patient ratio of 1:2. The unit operates with 7 staff RNs plus a Charge Nurse, along with 1-2 patient transporters during day shifts. Staff utilize Meditech documentation system, and scheduling includes three 12-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts with call twice a month. The unit maintains high standards and is recognized for its specialized care in the region.
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 #1318955. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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
