Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,025 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.

Birmingham (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

41 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance with Rx

Dependent health insurance with Rx

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Birmingham, Alabama. The organization is seeking a qualified Step Down Unit (SDU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a healthcare facility in the east float pool.

This position involves 36-hour weekly shifts, scheduled during nights, with rotating days off. The RN will provide specialized patient care within the step-down unit environment, ensuring quality treatment and adherence to hospital

Qualifications

Valid RN license
Minimum 2 years experience in a step-down or similar specialty
Experience with Epic electronic health record system
Travel nursing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide specialized patient care in the PCU/SDU environment
Work 12-hour night shifts totaling 36 hours per week
Follow hospital protocols and ensure quality patient care

Tools

Epic

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The organization is seeking a qualified Step Down Unit (SDU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a healthcare facility in the east float pool. This position involves 36-hour weekly shifts, scheduled during nights, with rotating days off. The RN will provide specialized patient care within the step-down unit environment, ensuring quality treatment and adherence to hospital protocols. The contract duration is approximately 13 weeks, with the possibility of extension.

Job Details

Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid RN (Registered Nurse) license, a minimum of 2 years experience in a step-down or similar specialty, experience with Epic electronic health record system, travel experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a hospital float pool and SDU, proficiency with Epic documentation system
Float: Float rotation may be required
Additional Information: All assignments are 36 hours per week, 3x12 shifts, with every other weekend scheduled off unless noted otherwise. All candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant clinical experience, and experience with Epic is required. The assignment start date is 10/12/2026, with completion expected by 01/09/2027.

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 #1323155. 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 / 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.

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