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Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN PCU for a Powell, Tennessee assignment. The role targets Step Down Unit patients on a 12‑hour night shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week over 13 weeks.
Requirements include a valid nursing license, BLS and ACLS, plus at least 1 year of RN experience. Travel experience is a plus and candidates must reside >50 miles away from the facility.
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Powell, Tennessee.
PCU - Progressive Care Unit
RN
10/19/2026
13 weeks
36 hours per week
12 hours, nights
Travel
Step Down Unit Registered Nurse (RN) position is available for immediate placement in a healthcare facility. The role involves providing specialized care to patients transitioning from higher to lower acuity levels, ensuring seamless recovery and monitoring. The position offers a night shift schedule and requires a dedicated professional committed to quality patient care.
Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shift hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, certification from an Advanced Learning Center, at least 1 year of relevant experience. Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility.
Preferred Qualifications: Travel experience is preferred.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
The candidate must include a valid home address on their submission. Scrub color required is royal blue (white, royal blue, or black T-shirt under scrub top). All travelers must meet the specified experience and certification requirements; submissions lacking necessary information will be rejected.
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
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
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 Date: 2026-09-02
Cross Country Job ID #1297273.
Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Step Down 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.