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Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $1,860 per week

Cross Country Nurses · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
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About the role

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Specialty Nurse opportunity in an acute care setting. The role involves providing high-quality postoperative care, including pre-op, post-op, and Phase I PACU responsibilities. The position requires a seasoned nurse with a strong team-oriented attitude, reliable and punctual, capable of floating within the department as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality postoperative care, including pre-op, post-op, and Phase I PACU responsibilities.
  • Float within the department as needed.
  • Be on time and ready to work at the start of each shift; punctuality is critical.
  • Maintain a positive attitude, be a team player, adaptable, and dependable.

Requirements

  • IL Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
  • CPR certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • At least 3 years of solid core staff experience in an acute care setting
  • At least 2 successful travel contracts
  • Submission of an updated resume showing above requirements
  • Two references (including at least one from a recent travel contract in the last year from a supervisor in the PACU)
  • Updated skills checklist
  • Valid IL licensure and certifications

Qualifications

Preferred: Contract extensions are considered a plus.

Benefits

  • 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

Schedule

10‑hour evening shifts, 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM, minimum 40 hours per week. Assignment runs from 09/27/2026 to 11/08/2026.

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