Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Winchester, VA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,905/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
A Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is sought for a facility position in Winchester, Virginia. This role involves providing specialized care to patients in the pre-operative, post-operative, and PACU environments. The position demands a professional with a solid background in PACU nursing and experience with Epic electronic medical records. The assignment is scheduled to start on October 26, 2026, and will last approximately 13 weeks, with a schedule of days from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., encompassing 36 hours per week.
Job Details
- Schedule: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid Virginia State License or Compact, American Heart Association (AHA) certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). At least 2 years of experience in Pre-Operative, Post-Operative, and PACU nursing, with EPIC electronic medical records experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience titrating drips, working with cardiac and multi-specialty patients.
- Float: Float rotation may be required to sister units as needed for helping hands.
- Additional Information: The RN will care for patients primarily within a 16-bed Post-Anesthesia Care Unit with patient ratios of 2:1. No specific equipment is listed; familiarity with EPIC is essential. The dress code standard is navy blue scrubs per facility policy.
- Unit Type: On-campus surgery center with a focus on Geriatric patients for periods of 6 months or longer.
- Travel: Virginia. Winchester offers year-round entertainment, outdoor activities at Seven Bends State Park, Luray Caverns, Shenandoah National Park, and driving routes along the Blue Ridge Parkway, as well as local culture and food scenes.
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
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About Winchester, VA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Winchester, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Winchester, VA, is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 23°F to 27°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Winchester, VA, and can be found with relative ease, especially in the downtown area.
- Winchester is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
- Winchester has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural beauty.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Winchester offers a variety of activities including historic landmarks, museums, a thriving downtown with shops and restaurants, and the annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival that celebrates the region's apple orchards.
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