Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,030 per week

Job Summary

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) registered nurse position involves providing specialized nursing care for patients with diverse needs, including heavy neuro trauma, neurosurgery, craniectomy, and orthopedic cases. The RN will float across multiple campuses and work a 12-hour day shift within a busy hospital setting.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications

• Valid Iowa registered nurse license or compact/multistate license
• Active American Heart Association (AHA) or ARC/Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications
• 24 months of recent Medical Surgical, IMCU, Stepdown, or Progressive Care experience
• EKG/telemetry experience
• No first-time travelers
• Must have completed at least one travel assignment within the last 12 months
• De-escalation certificate (preferred: CPI, MOAB, MAB or SAMA)
• Trauma level I experience (highly preferred)
• Familiarity with specialty equipment such as telemetry, chest tubes, and Airvo
• Valid drivers license
• Must provide professional references within 24 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Trauma level I experience
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification (preferred)
• De-escalation certificate (preferred)

Additional Information

• Orientation scheduled to begin on 08/17/2026 (priority) and 08/31/2026
• The assignment requires staffing during upcoming summer holidays unless the unit is closed
• The position involves working with patients requiring drips such as Heparin and PCA's, and caring for neuro, orthopedic, and trauma patients

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.

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