Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,620/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse position available in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized post-operative recovery care, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and collaborating with the medical team. The assignment is scheduled to start on October 12, 2026, with a regular shift during daytime hours.
Job Details:
- Position: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse
- Schedule: Day shift, 10 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- End Date: 01/11/2027
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), UI Electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation certificate, and current State license. No minimum years of experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in post-anesthesia care or PACU setting.
- Additional Information: The role requires working within established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The candidate must be available for call rotation as part of the shift responsibilities.
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 Iowa City, IA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
- Expect warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.
- Car-friendly city with ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
- Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.
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