Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Cedar Rapids, IA
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,220/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
A Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nurse position is available in an outpatient surgery and medical center environment. The role involves providing specialized care to patients recovering from anesthesia, with a focus on pediatric and telemetry monitoring, drips, and titrations. The position requires adaptability to a rotating shift schedule and is suited for experienced candidates committed to high-quality patient care.
Job Details
- Position: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse
- Location: Not specified (organization operates in various facilities; location details omitted for confidentiality)
- Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association), PALS (American Heart Association)
- Education & Experience: Iowa license (or compact/multistate), minimum of 24 months recent PACU/post anesthesia care experience, strong pediatric care and telemetry reading skills, drips and titrations experience, EPIC computerized medication administration system experience, active Iowa or multistate license, and skills checklist specific to PACU required
- Schedule: Rotating shift, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week, starting on 11/02/2026 and ending on 02/01/2027
- Submission Requirements: Current drivers license, professional references from within 24 months, and active AHA/ARC BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
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 Cedar Rapids, IA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 83°F and winter lows of 13°F, with occasional snowfall.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car-friendly city with easy access to highways.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Cedar Rapids has a growing population of travel nurses.
- 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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