Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,005/week

Posted 3 days ago

Overview

Start Date10/19/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

36% higher than average Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$3,005/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Nurse located in the designated area. This role involves providing post-operative recovery care for patients in a hospital setting. The position is structured around day shifts, with scheduled start and end dates spanning from October 19, 2026, to January 18, 2027.

Job Details:

Schedule: Dayshift; 8 hours per shift; minimum of 40 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Must hold BLS (American Heart Association) and ACLS (American Heart Association) certifications. Valid State license in Iowa. No minimum years of experience specified.
Preferred Qualifications: Recent or current PACU experience highly preferred.
Additional Information: Candidates should have 24 months of current PACU or Post-Anesthesia Care experience in a hospital or medical center setting. Experience with electronic medical records (EMR), specifically EPIC, is required. Prior groin and radial site management experience, including TR band management, is highly desirable.
Submission Requirements: Successful candidates will undergo a clinical interview pre-screening.

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 #1322237. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

3.6rating(125 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses

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About

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.

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About Cedar Rapids, IA

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 83°F and winter lows of 13°F, with occasional snowfall.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with easy access to highways.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
Cedar Rapids has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor spaces for hiking and biking.

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