Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,410 per week

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

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

Progressive Care Nurse specializing in Neuro-Progressive/Stepdown or Intensive Care Unit (ICU) settings is sought for a facility in Albany, New York. This role involves providing high-quality patient care within a 12-hour shift schedule. Candidates must have experience working in neuro, progressive, stepdown, or ICU environments to be considered for this position.

Job Details:

• Location: Albany, NY


• Shift: Days, 12 hours shifts


• Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours


• Start Date: 09/14/2026


• Position Type: Vacant position within a progressive care unit specializing in neuro patient care.


• Number of Positions: 1


• Required Qualifications: No minimum experience required; certifications include current nursing licensure. Education requirements are consistent with licensed nursing practice in the state. Additional details: local (please refer to the list of ineligible counties) candidates are not being accepted starting from 01/11/2024. All applicants must complete a neuro-progressive competency exam and skills checklist upon offer. Epic experience is required.


• Additional Information: Must have neuro-progressive, stepdown, or ICU experience. All applicants are required to wear navy blue scrubs. No float rotation is specified; candidates should be prepared to work within their designated unit. Candidates must complete a neuro-progressive competency exam and skills checklist upon offer.

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 #1295953. 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

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