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

$2,050 per week

Cross Country Nurses

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 06/29/2026

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

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

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