Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,155 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Newport News, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse Newport News, Virginia
A Registered Nurse (RN) in the Intensive Care Unit supports the delivery of quality care by ensuring adherence to the nursing care plan. The role supervises Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees, while completing nursing assessments, documenting care, and coordinating patient information for team conferences. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required prior to the first shift; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required prior to the first shift (CIRH only); minimum two (2) years of bedside clinical experience; PCU/Critical Care or step-down experience.
• Additional Information: Performs nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission and uses collected data to support an individualized plan of care. Initiates discharge planning from the day of admission and provides patient teaching in anticipation of discharge. Communicates changes in patient status to support continuity of care and patient safety, including attending physician and charge nurse. Provides direction, training, and supervision of ancillary nursing personnel, and assumes charge responsibility following the orientation period as requested. Participates in the patient rehabilitation program on an assigned unit and supports ongoing professional development through continuing education and self-study.
• Start Date: 06/29/2026

Benefits: The benefits of taking a travel assignment 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

Cross Country Job ID #1273028. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit

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

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus