Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Minneapolis, MN
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,420/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) based in Minnesota provides holistic care to patients recovering from anesthesia. This role involves delivering patient-centered care with a focus on assessment, planning, and evaluation to ensure safe and effective recovery. The RN collaborates with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes during the critical postoperative period.
Job Details
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) required.
- Education: Minnesota state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Experience: Two years of critical care experience (Intensive Care Unit or Emergency Department) required, including previous PACU experience, trauma level I experience, pediatric and geriatric patient care, and Epic electronic health record familiarity.
- Work history: Candidates must list prior employment with North Memorial Health, Maple Grove Hospital, and/or Blaze Health LLC on their resume.
- Schedule: Rotating shift, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Start date: 09/28/2026.
- End date: 12/28/2026.
- Submission requirements: Applicants must provide two supervisory references with dates of employment and document clinical skills pertinent to the specialty.
- Additional information: Candidates must possess the ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and have a minimum of 0 years of experience. Previous travel experience is required.
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 Minneapolis, MN
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.
- Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
- Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.
- Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.
- Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.
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