Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,050 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A registered nurse specializing in step down care is needed in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a step down unit setting, following hospital protocols and clinical guidelines. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day.

Job Details:

• Location: Altoona, Pennsylvania
• Specialty: Step Down Unit
• Shift Time: Rotating
• Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, no minimum years of experience required, open to candidates with any valid certifications or educational backgrounds matching the RN role.
• Additional Information: The position involves working in a step down care environment, adhering to hospital policies and patient safety standards.

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 #1268223. 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 / Step Down 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