Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,185 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a float pool position in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a healthcare facility in San Diego, California. The RN will provide patient care in a general medicine, surgical, neuro, oncologic, cardiac, and orthopedic units. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment. This position involves working a night shift with a schedule of 12 hours per shift and a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Job Details:

• Location: San Diego, California
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 06/15/2026
• Required Qualifications: Valid California state license, 2 years of PCU experience, experience with IV starts, Phlebotomy, A-line procedures, and charge nurse experience, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, Chemo certification, and current vaccinations including COVID-19 with booster.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in community hospital settings, LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) experience, trauma experience at Level I or II, travel experience, proficiency with EMR systems such as EPIC, and familiarity with Pyxis medication systems.
• Float: Float rotation may be required within the hospital or to affiliate hospitals based on census and unit requirements.
• Additional Information: Candidates must have an active active California license, submit two manager references, and adhere to the return staff policy: must be gone at least one year before returning as a traveler. Vaccinations for COVID-19 and influenza are required, with medical or religious exemptions only.

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 #1267569. 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