Nursing: Registered Nurse (Rn) - Progressive Care Unit (Pcu) - Travel

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

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 Step Down Units is needed at a healthcare facility located in Asheville, North Carolina. The position involves providing high-level clinical care within a step down/med surg and progressive care environment. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of employment.

Job Details:

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Step Down Unit

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Schedule: Day Shift with 12-hour shifts; Minimum of 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, 2 years of nursing experience, experience working with tracheostomy patients, certifications including ACLS and BLS, experience with electronic medical record systems (Cerner).

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Cerner EMR and previous exposure to similar unit procedures.

Other Information: Flexibility and high levels of clinical competence are essential. The role may require floating to other medical-surgical and progressive care units.

Additional Details: The position involves working 6 Saturday or Sunday shifts within a 6-week period.

Number of Positions: 1

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 #1271210. 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