Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,435/week

Overview

Start Date06/24/2024
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

22% higher than average Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,435/week

Description

Job Description

As a post-anesthesia care unit nurse (RN PACU), you will provide short-term care to patients immediately following surgery, from 30 minutes to several hours post-op. Patient observation is essential to your job, including regularly taking vitals, ensuring proper breathing, and administering oxygen or pain medication when necessary. You may also care for patients in the pre-op setting managing their needs and preparing them for surgery. In this role, you must quickly respond to any change in a patient's condition, beginning CPR if necessary.

Minimum Requirements

At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty
Active RN license

Benefits The benefits of taking a travel nursing job 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

Posted Date: 2024-05-28

Hunter Wilson

Cross Country Nurses

Cross Country Job ID #925932. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Unit

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Cross Country Nurses

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About

Cross Country Nurses is one of the oldest, largest and most trusted nurse staffing agencies in the United States. Join our team and customize a career that lets you shoot for the stars, both on the job and off. We have assignments available at facilities in all 50 states, including a number of exclusive opportunities open only to our nurses. The adventure of a lifetime awaits!

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About Iowa City, IA

As a travel nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
Expect warm summers and cold winters.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.

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