RN - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Travel - Night Shift

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Rock Island, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
A Cardiac Stepdown Nurse position is available in Rock Island, Illinois. This role involves providing specialized care within a Stepdown / Progressive Care unit, supporting the interdisciplinary team with professional and clinical expertise. Candidates are required to bring their active Illinois nursing license on the first day of assignment. The position is suitable for first-time travelers and requires a commitment to delivering safe, patient-centered care.
Job Details:
Location: Rock Island, Illinois
Specialty: Step Down Unit
Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift (Day and Night shifts available)
Schedule: 36 hours per week; OT billable after 40 hours per week
Required Qualifications:

Active Illinois nursing license at the time of submission
Minimum 24 months of current Stepdown / Progressive Care experience
Two years of prior Cardiac Stepdown experience
Skills checklist specific to Stepdown / Progressive Care discipline
EPIC electronic medical record experience
BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications
Valid drivers license
Preferred Qualifications:

References from recent supervisors or managers within 24 months
Additional Information:

First-time travelers accepted
The on-call requirement is not applicable
The role involves flexible assignment considerations based on cardiac experience levels, with a focus on safety and quality of care
Submission Requirements:

Work history/resume/employment history
Professional references from charge/supervisor/nurse manager/director/CNO/COO within 24 months
Valid drivers license

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 #1280616. 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