Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,600 per week

Job Description & Requirements Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU – Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Dallas, Texas. Specialty: PCU – Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 07/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks Hours: 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel A Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse is needed for a nights shift at a 24‑patient unit supporting complex cardiovascular and post‑procedural care. The role involves managing patient care responsibilities in alignment with unit standards, applying cardiac drip therapy knowledge, and communicating effectively with patients and the interdisciplinary team. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day. Job Details Schedule: Nights shift (12 hours), with a minimum of 36 hours per week Required Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Cardiac drips knowledge (Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Cardene, Cardizem)
• Accountability for their actions
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and the interdisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months of PCU experience
• Experience working with Meditech (EMR)

Responsibilities:

• Provide bedside care and support for post‑operative and post‑procedural cardiovascular patients
• Manage and administer cardiac drip therapies
• Support unit workflow with a focus on teamwork and patient communication
• Assist with typical bedside procedures applicable to PCU care

Additional Information: Unit care includes post‑CABG and post‑valve procedures, LVAD support, immediate post‑VATS care (including chest tubes), post‑vascular surgical care, and pre/post catheterization and electrophysiology procedures (including pacemaker/AICD, heart caths, PCIs, and TAVR). Bedside procedures may include paracentesis, thoracentesis, and PICC insertion. Weekend coverage includes 4 weekend shifts in a 4‑week schedule. 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 Cross Country Job ID #1274342. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Cross Country Nurses