Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Honolulu, HI
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,410/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration16 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) located in Honolulu, Hawaii. This position involves providing post-operative recovery care for patients in a Level 1 Trauma Center with a large medical center setting. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.
Job Details:
- Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
- Schedule: Rotating shifts; 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
- Active, unencumbered Hawaii Registered Nurse (RN) license required to apply
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / Health Care Provider (HCP), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
- Telemetry experience required; Intensive Care Unit (ICU) experience highly preferred
- Two (2) or more years of full-time Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Phase I/II staff RN experience in a comparable size/type medical center (500+ beds, Level 1 Trauma Center) not including travel assignments
- All licenses and certifications must be valid at the time of application submission through the duration of the initial contract
- Preferred Qualifications:
- CPI (or equivalent) and NIHSS certifications preferred
- Specialty certifications such as CCRN, CPAN, PCCN highly desired
- Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience preferred
- Trauma Level experience and teaching hospital experience preferred
- Additional Information:
- Compliance must be completed no later than 10 days prior to the contract start date; failure to do so will result in delay or cancellation of the assignment
- If the RN is not needed on their unit or a similar unit as an RN, they will be assigned to perform nursing assistant or safety sitter role, which is expected
- A 48-hour contract is also available
- Professional has confirmed there are no limitations preventing acceptance, start date, weekly pay, understanding floating requirements, and exploring housing options
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Honolulu, HI
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Honolulu, HI here's what you should know:- Higher than the national average due to the high cost of housing and goods, however, wages in healthcare generally match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 70°F.
- Average winter highs of 80°F and lows of 65°F.
- Short-term rentals are available but may be more expensive due to the high demand for furnished housing in a popular tourist destination.
- Car friendliness is moderate, but public transportation options are limited.
- The island's small size makes it easier to navigate with a car.
- Diverse population with a mix of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Caucasian residents.
- Common health issues include sun-related conditions and allergies.
- Honolulu has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for water sports and outdoor activities, and access to unique historical sites such as the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Iolani Palace.
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