Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,045 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

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 Newburgh, Indiana. This role focuses on cardiac and recovery patient care within a dedicated unit, requiring post-procedure care, cardiac monitoring, and patient management expertise.

The position runs 12-hour nights with a minimum of 36 hours per week, and may involve floating to other cardiac and telemetry units.

Qualifications

• Indiana RN license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification must be held.
• Minimum 2 years of step-down or cardiac unit experience.
• Associate degree or nursing certificate completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for step-down/cardiac patients and post-procedure care.
• Monitor cardiac status and coordinate recovery protocols.
• Float to other cardiac/telemetry units as needed on night shifts.
• Document care in EPIC and manage cardiac drips as applicable.

Skills

Cardiac care

Telemetry interpretation

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Step Down Unit Nurse Practitioner in Newburgh, Indiana. This position involves providing specialized care for cardiac and recovery patients within a dedicated unit. The role requires clinical expertise in post-procedure care, cardiac monitoring, and patient management, supporting various cardiac procedures and recovery protocols.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour nights shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Indiana Single State Registered Nurse (RN) license, American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, at least 2 years of experience in step down or cardiac units, associate degree or certificate in nursing, and valid Indiana license.
• Preferred Qualifications: Cardiac procedural experience, charting experience with EPIC electronic medical record system, and proficiency in telemetry interpretation and management.
• Additional Information: Candidates must be experienced in pre/post cardiac catheterization procedures, PACU recovery, and cardiac surgery admissions. Experience with start IVs, arterial line management, and cardiac drips is required. Candidates floating to other units will need to be flexible and capable of managing multiple patient types. The unit is a teaching hospital and may involve precepting students or new hires.
• Float: Float to other cardiac, stepdown, or telemetry units may be required, with floating occurring at least once a week, primarily during night shifts.

Benefits

• 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

Posted Date: 2026-09-06

Cross Country Job ID #1279140. 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

About Cross Country Nurses

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.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus