Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Santa Cruz for RNs

Find Top RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Santa Cruz, California

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top PACU travel nurse jobs in and around Santa Cruz, California. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Santa Cruz’s PACU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for PACU travel jobs in Santa Cruz. The earliest start date in Santa Cruz is Apr 25, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU role at $2,511 per week. The latest start date for an PACU job in Santa Cruz is May 12, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU role at $2,483 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nurse job in Santa Cruz including 13 weeks and 14 weeks.

Santa Cruz is a great location for PACU travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Monterey, California – 93940
Distance from Santa Cruz: 27 miles
10 D, 10 E,
May 12, 2025
13

$2,253 to $2,483

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Salinas, California – 93901
Distance from Santa Cruz: 29 miles
10 D,
April 25, 2025
14

$2,278 to $2,511

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Redwood City, California – 94062
Distance from Santa Cruz: 37 miles
8 D,
April 25, 2025
13

$2,311 to $2,547

RN needed for the GI ambulatory Endoscopy department who can preop, intraop (able to administer moderate sedation, collect specimens and circulate in MAC cases), post op (both mod sed and general anesthesia. Being able to tech is a plus. Our unit is fast paced outpatient endoscopy department. The candidate may need to float to main endo and 500 P procedure room as needed. The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Redwood City, California – 94062
Distance from Santa Cruz: 37 miles
8 D,
April 25, 2025
13

$2,311 to $2,547

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Nampa, Idaho – 83687
Distance from Santa Cruz: 537 miles
12 D,
April 25, 2025
13

$1,826 to $2,013

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Clackamas, Oregon – 97015
Distance from Santa Cruz: 583 miles
10 D,
May 5, 2025
13

$2,913 to $3,210

One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in acute hospital OR, working on a variety of surgical procedures. On-Call: Twice a month average. One weekday and one weekend day either Saturday or Sunday typically. Phase 1, 2, 3 recovery. 18 pre-op bays, 16 recovery bays

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Hillsboro, Oregon – 97124
Distance from Santa Cruz: 593 miles
10 D,
May 25, 2025
13

$2,577 to $2,840

Medical Procedure Unit RN (MPU): n the MPU, the agency RNs do the prep and recovery of patients here for Colonoscopy, ERCP, EGD, EUS, bronchoscopies, TEE, EBUS, PEG tube insertion in addition to cardioversions and ECTs. MPU RNs will assist with sedation for patients getting CT/ultrasound guided procedures and have RNs that both circulate and assist in the procedures. Please note that OR RNs are not present in the MP unit. They are only present when the MPU RN floats up to the OR to assist with a scope specific portion of a procedure the patient is getting in the OR.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Meeker, Colorado – 81641
Distance from Santa Cruz: 791 miles
12 D,
April 28, 2025
13

$2,213 to $2,438

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Gunnison, Colorado – 81230
Distance from Santa Cruz: 831 miles
10 D, 10 E, 10 N,
May 5, 2025
13

$2,021 to $2,227

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Gunnison, Colorado – 81230
Distance from Santa Cruz: 831 miles
10 D, 10 E, 10 N,
May 5, 2025
13

$1,985 to $2,188

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Wichita, Kansas – 67220
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,354 miles
10 D,
May 12, 2025
13

$1,666 to $1,836

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,367 miles
12 D,
April 20, 2025
12

$1,906 to $2,101

Level 1 Trauma Center Teaching Hospital

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,367 miles
8 D,
April 13, 2025
13

$1,800 to $1,984

When you choose OU Health as your preferred healthcare partner, you and your family benefit from top-quality care and compassionate, highly skilled providers in a wide range of health services. Your care team members will be OU Health Physicians and team members with sophisticated medical training who also teach the next generation of health professionals. Many of these specialists help pioneer scientific research which improves healthcare options and leads to better outcomes for you, our community and our region. No matter your age or stage of life, you can trust the healthcare professionals at OU Health to collaborate with you for the comprehensive care and specific services you need.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Omaha, Nebraska – 68124
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,424 miles
12 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,967 to $2,168

This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

San Antonio, Texas – 78229
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,453 miles
8 D,
April 25, 2025
13

$1,521 to $1,676

Outstanding Pediatric Recovery Room (PACU) looking for the right individual to join their team. 198 bed facility. Colorful images and artwork enhance the walls to create a welcoming, child-focused environment with play rooms on every floor. Hospital offers valet parking, a 32 bed Pediatric Emergency room, 17 bed Pediatric ICU, Level 4 Neonatal ICU, pediatric operating suites, and special outpatient clinics for children with complex illnesses.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

San Antonio, Texas – 78229
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,453 miles
8 D,
May 12, 2025
13

$1,521 to $1,676

Outstanding Pediatric Recovery Room (PACU) looking for the right individual to join their team. 198 bed facility. Colorful images and artwork enhance the walls to create a welcoming, child-focused environment with play rooms on every floor. Hospital offers valet parking, a 32 bed Pediatric Emergency room, 17 bed Pediatric ICU, Level 4 Neonatal ICU, pediatric operating suites, and special outpatient clinics for children with complex illnesses.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Austin, Texas – 78705
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,467 miles
10 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,505 to $1,658

Level 4 Trauma center. Campus includes a 350-bed acute care hospital and a 64- bed rehabilitation hospital. Named multiple times among the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics, as well as Healthgrades’ America’s 100 Best Hospitals Award. It’s home to the internationally renowned Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute and St. David’s Neuroscience & Spine Institute. The hospital earned a spot among Watson Health’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Austin, Texas – 78756
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,467 miles
8 D,
April 28, 2025
13

$1,505 to $1,658

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Minneapolis, Minnesota – 55455
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,589 miles
12 D,
May 12, 2025
13

$2,068 to $2,279

University of Minnesota Medical Center is the flagship location for M Health Fairview, and is comprised of two hospitals and dozens of adult specialty clinics on both the East and West banks of the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis. This location offers the widest range of hospital and clinical services provided through M Health Fairview. Complete services range from primary care, emergency care, and the delivery of thousands of babies each year to care of patients with the most complex medical conditions. Areas of specialization include solid organ transplantation, blood and marrow transplantation, heart disease, and cancer.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Sherwood, Arkansas – 72120
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,668 miles
10 D,
May 5, 2025
12

$1,851 to $2,040

CHI St. Vincent is a regional health network serving central and southwest Arkansas. We have served the people of these communities since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Headquartered in Little Rock, our networks include primary care, specialty clinics, urgent care, hospitals, home health, rehabilitation and surgery centers. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for advancements in care. Our growing Medical Group includes more than 300 providers across almost every medical and surgical specialty. CHI St. Vincent is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care. With its national office in Chicago and a team of approximately 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, CommonSpirit Health operates 142 hospitals and more than 700 care sites across 21 states. In FY 2018, Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health had combined revenues of $29.2 billion and provided $4.2 billion in charity care, community benefit, and unreimbursed government programs. Learn more at commonspirit.org.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Opelousas, Louisiana – 70570
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,769 miles
12 D,
April 22, 2025
13

$1,527 to $1,683

This position presents an opportunity to join a highly regarded team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in an innovative, positive, and professionally challenging work environment at this top-ranked facility.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Clarksville, Tennessee – 37040
Distance from Santa Cruz: 1,909 miles
12 D,
May 5, 2025
13

$1,304 to $1,437

Charting system is Cerner merge and powerchart

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Commerce Township, Michigan – 48382
Distance from Santa Cruz: 2,064 miles
12 D,
April 21, 2025
13

$1,977 to $2,179

Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Osteoarthritis / all dx Blood/Blood Products Administration;Cardioversion / Defribillation;Rapid Infuser; # of Beds: 27 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:1 Charting: CERNER Scrub Color: NAVY Areas of Float Support: Special Procedures:recovering Cath Lab patients and it requires groin/radial artery checks/frequent vitals, possible drip, and documentation

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Commerce Township, Michigan – 48382
Distance from Santa Cruz: 2,064 miles
12 D,
April 14, 2025
13

$1,966 to $2,167

Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Osteoarthritis / all dx Blood/Blood Products Administration;Cardioversion / Defribillation;Rapid Infuser; # of Beds: 27 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:1 Charting: CERNER Scrub Color: NAVY Areas of Float Support: Special Procedures:recovering Cath Lab patients and it requires groin/radial artery checks/frequent vitals, possible drip, and documentation

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Statistics on PACU RN Jobs in Santa Cruz, California

Here are some helpful statistics about PACU traveling nurse jobs in & near Santa Cruz. The data is based on the last three complete months of PACU job postings in the Santa Cruz and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Post Anesthesia Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Santa Cruz and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

FAQs About Travel PACU Nursing Jobs for RNs in Santa Cruz, CA

What are the top paying Post Anesthesia Care Unit jobs currently available in or near Santa Cruz?

Registered Nurse – PACU with a per week salary of $2,511, a 14 weeks duration, for a 10 D in Salinas (29.2 miles away)
Registered Nurse – PACU with a per week salary of $2,483, a 13 weeks duration, for a 10 D,10 E in Monterey (26.9 miles away)

What types of shifts are most common for PACU travel jobs in Santa Cruz?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 8 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse make on average in Santa Cruz and nearby cities?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse in Santa Cruz can make an average of $2,807 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse make on average in Santa Cruz and nearby cities?

A: A 8 Hour Night shift Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurse in Santa Cruz can make an average of $2,826 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Post Anesthesia Care Unit staff in or near Santa Cruz?

Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz (2.8 miles from Santa Cruz)

What is the most common contract for Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel jobs in Santa Cruz?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Post Anesthesia Care Unit job in Santa Cruz is 13.

Recently Filled PACU Jobs in & Near Santa Cruz

Curious to learn what kinds of PACU jobs were recently filled in Santa Cruz and the benefits of travel nursing? Look no further. We’ve collected 5 of the most recently available RN PACU travel jobs posted by healthcare facilities in or nearby to Santa Cruz. The most recent highest paying PACU job in Santa Cruz was a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU job in Santa Cruz with a weekly salary of $3,035, and a contract length of 13 weeks. The lowest paying Post Anesthesia Care Unit travel nurse position in Santa Cruz was a Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU position in Salinas with a weekly salary of $2,251, and a contract length of 14 weeks.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Shifts
8 E 8 N
Start
June 10, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$2,706 to $2,982

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Shifts
8 D
Start
June 24, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$2,671 to $2,943

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Shifts
8 D 8 E 8 N
Start
September 16, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$2,671 to $2,943

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Shifts
10 D 10 E 10 N
Start
September 16, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$2,512 to $2,768

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Shifts
10 D 10 E
Start
May 12, 2025
Duration
13 Weeks

$2,754 to $3,035

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Locating Post Anesthesia Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Santa Cruz

In Santa Cruz, facilities like Dominican Hospital, all offer PACU departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Allegro Heights (zip code 95061) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Santa Cruz’s PACU job opportunities are Campbell (22.1 miles), Gilroy (25.6 miles) and San Jose (26.3 miles). These are near to zip codes: 95065 (2.8 miles).

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Santa Cruz Hospitals With PACU Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have PACU nurses in Santa Cruz. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling PACU nurse position in or nearby Santa Cruz.

Dominican Hospital

Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N

Job Durations
16 and 13

Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry

Address
1555 Soquel Drive
Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Nearby Neighborhoods
Allegro Heights (95061)

Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N

Job Durations
9, 13, 20, 10, 14, and 23

Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Telemetry

Address
450 East Romie Lane
Salinas, CA 93901

Nearby Neighborhoods
Alisal (93905)

* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.