Travel Contract

Ambulatory PACU RN
Cambridge, MA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus

$3,060/week

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Overview

Start Date06/23/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

27% higher than average Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Nurse pay in Massachusetts

Estimated total pay

$3,060/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Post Anesthesia Care ambulatory unit at a healthcare facility in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position involves providing pre-operative and post-anesthesia care, with the flexibility to float between units as needed. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment.

Job Details:

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Ambulatory Unit
Schedule: Rotating shift with pre-op shift from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and PACU shift from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; on-call shifts are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. with weekend on-call approximately every 4 to 5 weeks, from Saturday 7:00 a.m. through Monday 7:00 a.m.
Required Qualifications: Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications; Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license with active or conditional status verified through NURSYS report within the past 7 days; 2+ years of experience in Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Units; valid drivers license matching applicant demographics; documentation of travel experience if applicable; ability to work every other major holiday; ability to work in EPIC electronic medical record system preferred; Flu vaccine required during season.
Additional Qualifications: Experience in charge capability is highly preferred; previous references from charge nurses, managers, or supervisors in Pre-Op/PACU; valid drivers license with matching demographics; recent NURSYS license verification.
Certifications: Current AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Experience: 2 or more years in Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Units.
Travel & Documentation: Up-to-date resume, drivers license, flu vaccine during flu season, and completed NURSYS license verification submitted with application.
Unit Specifics: Will rotate between Pre-Op and PACU; required to work every other major holiday; preferred experience with drips and medications including support for PACU pressors like norepinephrine; experience with lines of service including general, gynecology, urology, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, and endoscopy; capable of recovering IR patients after anesthesia.

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 #1264000. 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 Ambulatory Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About Cambridge, MA

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Cambridge is higher than the national average, with housing costs being the most significant factor.
Wages may be higher to match the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs: 80°F, average lows: 60°F.
Winter average highs: 40°F, average lows: 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found in Cambridge, but they may be more expensive due to the high demand from students and professionals.

Transportation

Cambridge is public transportation friendly with access to buses and subways.
It is also bike-friendly, but parking can be challenging.

Demographics

Cambridge is diverse with a mix of students, professionals, and families.
Common health issues may include stress-related conditions due to the academic and professional environment.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of prestigious medical and educational institutions.

Things to Do

Cambridge offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a rich art and music culture, and plenty of outdoor activities along the Charles River.
There are also numerous museums and historic sites to explore.

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