What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,440 per week position at Cross Country Nurses?
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Quincy, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Step Down Unit Nurse - Nights - Located in a medical facility, this role involves providing specialized patient care for a diverse population including patients with dysrhythmias, cardiopulmonary issues, sepsis, high-flow oxygen needs, and behavioral conditions requiring IV drip medications. The position supports a 24-bed unit with a patient-to-nurse ratio of approximately 1:3 or 1:4, depending on acuity. The nurse will collaborate closely with an educator on the unit to ensure high-quality care delivery.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar setting; licensure to submit; location requirements not specified
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with dysrhythmias, cardiopulmonary conditions, sepsis, and behavioral patients; familiarity with medication drips such as dopamine, levophed, cardizem, heparin, precedex, nitro, amio, dobutamine, Nicardine; prior step down unit experience preferred
- Additional Information: Unit operates with a high throughput environment typical of step down units. Charting is completed in the EPIC system. The facility maintains a trauma level 2 designation. The position may require working up to every other weekend. Cancellation policy includes three shifts per 13-week contract or two shifts per 12-week contract.
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 #1302011. 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 NursesYou 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
Salary : $2,440