Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,925 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a hospital-based setting. This role involves supervision of nursing staff, performing comprehensive patient assessments, and developing individualized care plans. The position emphasizes patient and staff safety, with a focus on clinical excellence and teamwork.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications: BLS Certification; ACLS Certification. Education: Minimum two (2) years bedside clinical experience post-graduation, with experience in Stepdown, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), or Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) settings.
• Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The RN performs nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission, participates in patient rehabilitation, initiates discharge planning, documents patient responses, and communicates effectively across care teams. Responsibilities include supervision of ancillary staff, ensuring safety standards, and contributing to a positive work environment. The position involves ongoing professional development and effective time management to meet patient care needs.

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 #1281402. 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