Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,105 per week

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

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse specializing in orthopedic and general surgical care is sought for a facility in Cape Coral. This position involves providing high-quality nursing care within a 40-bed unit, supporting patient recovery and ensuring best practices in patient safety and comfort. The role requires working night shifts and collaborating within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Job Details:

• Position Description: Staffing for a 40-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a focus on orthopedic and general surgical patients.


• Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); degree accreditation verification or five years of clinical experience; minimum of 2 years PCU experience; valid RN license; successful completion of background and credential checks; must meet demographic data requirements (full address, email, date of birth, social security number, RN license number).


• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week.


• Additional Information: The unit operates with patient ratios of 4:1, potentially flexing to 6:1 depending on staffing and patient acuity. Floating to other facilities or units may be required. All requested demographic data must be submitted at the time of application; no RTO (Requests for Time Off) are accepted after submission. Travelers are expected to integrate fully into the unit and function as core staff.


• Float: Float rotation may be required.

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 #1333206. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus