PACU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,340/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is based in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized recovery care for patients following surgical procedures, ensuring stability and safety during the post-anesthesia recovery period. The position offers a schedule of four days per week, with scheduled shifts typically between 8 AM and 5 PM, in a busy and reputable acute care facility.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts scheduled from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Active North Carolina or compact state nursing license; 3 years of experience in a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU); BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
- Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric endoscopy experience; pulmonary endoscopy experience; endoscopy technician experience.
- Float: None, unless traveler volunteers.
- Additional Information: The PACU unit handles adult and pediatric procedures such as EGD, sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, and more. The role may include vaccine and protocol adherence, and unit policies are provided for review. Schedule includes one overnight call shift per week, with call starting at the end of the scheduled shift until 7 AM, and two weekend call shifts during a six-week cycle.
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 Asheville, NC
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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