Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,695 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Pediatric Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) registered nurse position is available in a pediatric healthcare facility. Located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, this role involves providing specialized nursing care to pediatric cardiac patients, including those with ventricular assist devices and single ventricle heart conditions. The assignment is scheduled for 13 weeks, starting on 11/03/2026 and concluding on 02/06/2027, with a focus on night shift hours.

Job Details:

• Position Title: RN CPCU Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (Pediatric Cardiac Experience Required)
• Shift: 12-Hour Nights (6:45 PM 7:15 AM)
• Schedule: Nights, 36 hours per week
• Location: Anschutz Medical Campus
• Unit: CPCU, a 34-bed unit with private rooms, caring for pediatric cardiac patients
• Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), a minimum of 2 years of Pediatric Cardiac Progressive Care or Cardiac Step-Down experience, at least 1 year of inpatient pediatric cardiology experience in ICU or Intermediate Care, strong knowledge of pediatric three-stage single ventricle care, and experience caring for pediatric cardiology patients including single ventricle heart transplant and ventricular assist devices (VAD).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Pediatric VAD patients and teaching hospital experience.
• Travel Required: Yes
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: No request for planned time off during the first two weeks of the assignment; a maximum of 5 days RTO permitted during the 13-week term. Candidates must work two major holidays and one minor holiday. Seasonal influenza vaccination policy is in effect, with medical and religious exemptions accepted for the 2026-2027 influenza season, provided exemption request forms are submitted.

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 #1304293. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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