Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $3,090 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse, located in the area, will provide high-quality care to patients in a fast-paced acute care environment. The role involves working scheduled night shifts and floating to related units as needed, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and patient safety protocols.

Job Details

• Position Description: Unit notes include weekend coverage every other week if needed, with floating to Medical Surgical or Intensive Care Units for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) patient status only. The unit has 21 beds, with patient ratios of 1:4. Responsibilities include care for post-cardiac catheterization patients and those with other complex needs.
• Required Qualifications: Valid licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse, ACLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), NIHSS certifications, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or Telemetry settings.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Post-Cath Lab patients is preferred.
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: The role requires working every other weekend, with the possibility of up to 2 extra mandatory shifts per 6 weeks. Some holidays may be required. The unit routinely floats to Medical Surgical and ICU units for PCU patients, limited to PCU patient status only. Candidates must be available to start on 10/12/2026, with the assignment ending on 01/11/2027.

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 #1326685. 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