Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,310 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in en_US. The RN will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care, following individualized care plans, and supervising clinical staff. This role emphasizes patient safety and teamwork within a hospital setting. Job Details Position Description: The RN maintains the delivery of quality care by ensuring the nursing care plan is followed and supervises Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees. Embraces the organizations core values, prioritizes patient and employee safety, and promotes a culture of safety awareness, including safe patient handling, infectious disease control, and hazard reporting. Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are required prior to first shift. A minimum of two (2) years of bedside clinical experience in a healthcare setting is required. Education and licensure compliance for Registered Nursing (RN) licensure are mandatory. Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week. Additional Information: Performs patient assessments within eight hours of admission, develops and modifies care plans, collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, and initiates discharge planning from day of admission. Demonstrates skills in patient education, documentation, and delegation, and participates in team-building activities to ensure a positive work environment. May assume charge nurse responsibilities following orientation and actively pursues ongoing professional development. 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 1306973. 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