Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse
Walla Walla, WA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$2,385/week

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start Date05/18/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftEvenings
Duration13 weeks

Pay

4% higher than average Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Nurse pay in Washington

Estimated total pay

$2,385/week

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

Cross Country Job ID #1249774. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(122 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

5.0rating

Pros

Super quick response, fast, and professional.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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About Walla Walla, WA

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Walla Walla, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 55°F.
Average winter highs of 40°F and lows of 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Options for short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the town's size.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the town is not heavily congested.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The town has a relatively homogenous population with a majority of White residents.
The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population in the 25-44 age group.
Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
There is a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

The town offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants and wineries.
It also has a growing arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as trail running and cycling are popular due to the picturesque surroundings.

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