PACU Registered Nurse
New Bedford, MA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,435/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Description
As a post-anesthesia care unit nurse (RN PACU), you will provide short-term care to patients immediately following surgery, from 30 minutes to several hours post-op. Patient observation is essential to your job, including regularly taking vitals, ensuring proper breathing, and administering oxygen or pain medication when necessary. You may also care for patients in the pre-op setting managing their needs and preparing them for surgery. In this role, you must quickly respond to any change in a patient's condition, beginning CPR if necessary.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
- Active RN license
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel nursing job 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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
Super quick response, fast, and professional.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Nurses
6 nurses found this helpful
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.
About New Bedford, MA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in New Bedford, MA here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80°F and winter lows of 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching to find the right fit.
- Car friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity and diabetes.
- New Bedford has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and beachcombing.
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