Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,790 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a Level 1 Trauma designated healthcare facility located in Macon, Georgia. The position involves providing high-quality nursing care to cardiothoracic, vascular surgical patients, and other medical-surgical cases, with a focus on assessment, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Job Details:

• Location: Macon, Georgia
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; BLS (Basic Life Support); BCR (Basic Cardiac Rhythm); ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support); NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification; 2 years of clinical experience in a related setting.
• Preferred Qualifications: Medical-Surgical certification.
• Patient Population: Cardiothoracic and vascular surgical patients, pre-operative and post-operative step-down, cardiology, pulmonology, general medical/surgical, pre/post LVAD patients, those with acute or chronic disease and co-morbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, infections, CHF, electrolyte imbalances.
• Patient Ratios: RN: 1:4-6, LPN: 1:4-6, CNA: 2-3 per shift.
• Skills Required: Trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucommander, insulin and heparin drips, cardiac monitoring, telemetry interpretation, wound care, post-op monitoring, discharge planning, patient education, IV insertion/care, central line management, use of medical equipment including vital sign monitors, glucometers, bladder scanners, and portable oxygen systems.
• Support Within Department: CNA assistance with patient care activities, unit secretary coverage from 7 am to 11 pm, charge nurse availability per unit, resource nurses, RT 24/7, hospitalist and intensivist 24/7, telemetry/tech support, and use of EPIC electronic medical record.
• Orientation: One day of facility and unit orientation, followed by two days of departmental training.
• Scheduling: Every 6 weeks, including 5-6 weekend shifts; no on-call requirement.
• Holiday Expectations: Work one shift of major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve/Day, New Years Eve/Day).
• Additional Notes: Scrub color Navy, free parking available, team-oriented work culture.
• Start Date: 08/24/2026

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 #1238044. 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