Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,220 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role involves providing high-quality patient care, supervising clinical staff, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and recovery. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with a focus on safety and operational excellence.

Job Details:

• Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) prior to the first shift; minimum two (2) years bedside clinical experience; valid nursing license; located in Wisconsin; no minimum years of experience beyond required qualifications.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information:
  • Performs nursing assessments on all patients within 8 hours of admission, forming the basis of personalized care plans.
  • Provides timely and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record.
  • Participates in patient rehabilitation programs and assists in discharge planning from day one of admission.
  • Communicates effectively with other healthcare providers to support continuity of care and patient safety.
  • Supervises and delegates to ancillary nursing personnel, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
  • Contributes to a positive work environment through team building and effective communication.
  • Maintains professional growth through continuing education and self-study.
  • Follows all hospital guidelines regarding personal appearance, attendance, and safety protocols.

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 #1281261. 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

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