PACU Registered Nurse
Reno, NV
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,465/weekOverview
- Start Date11/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in Reno, NV. This role involves providing top-tier patient care in a fast-paced, Level II Trauma Center environment, serving a broad geographic area. The position supports adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, ensuring safe recovery following surgical procedures.
Job Details
- Location: Reno, NV.
- Shift: Rotating, 4x10-hour shifts, including weekends, holidays, and call shifts, with varied days of the week.
- Schedule: 10-hour shifts with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - required prior to start.
- Education: NV Registered Nurse (RN) license required prior to start.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of Recovery Room (PACU) experience required; prior travel experience necessary.
- Responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive nursing services to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including pre- and post-operative assessments, planning, and intervention. Coordinate care with other health professionals as needed.
- Additional Information: Travelers may be required to float up to their competency level, work major holidays, and pick up additional shifts based on department needs. This facility is a high-volume, fast-paced environment serving a 500-mile radius, with certifications in stroke care, trauma, and surgical procedures.
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 Reno, NV
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Reno, NV here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 89°F and lows of 56°F, winter average highs of 47°F and lows of 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the tourism and travel nurse demand.
- Car-friendly city with public transportation options available, including buses and shuttles.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high desert environment.
- Reno has a large population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of high-quality restaurants, breweries, and nightclubs.
- Museums like the National Automobile Museum.
- Outdoor activities include biking, hiking, and easy access to Lake Tahoe for skiing and other outdoor adventures.
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