Travel PACU Registered Nurse - $2,360 per week
Job Summary
The PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) registered nurse position is located in a healthcare facility serving the Four Corners region of the southwestern United States. This role involves providing recovery care for patients undergoing general surgery, orthopedic, neurological, obstetric/gynecologic, urology, ENT, and robotic procedures. The position offers an opportunity to work in a level III trauma center with state-of-the-art operating suites, supporting a wide variety of high-acuity adult patient cases.
Job Details
- Location: Farmington, New Mexico
- Shift: Days, 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Schedule: 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
Required Qualifications
- RN degree
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- 3 years of experience in post-anesthesia or recovery unit
- Ability to clear and start within 10 business days of offer acceptance
Unit Profile
- 7-bed unit
- Adult patients with mid to high acuity
- Patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2
- Equipment includes Mindray monitors
- Electronic Health Record system via Cerner
Position Information
- Recovery nurse for general surgery, orthopedics, neuro, obstetrics/gynecology, urology, ENT, robotics; possibly assigned to Preoperative or Endoscopy units as needed
- Candidates must be able to start within 10 business days of accepting an offer
- Experience in trauma level recovery and pediatric recovery is preferred
- Float rotation may be required
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
About 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.