Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,590 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN in the PCU at a 225-bed hospital in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The position offers a 13-week assignment with 12-hour night shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week, targeting experienced PCU/stepdown RNs. A travel role with private housing options and comprehensive benefits awaits the right candidate.

Requirements include a valid RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIH certification, and 1 year in PCU/stepdown. Relocation within Michigan is acceptable if needed.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license to practice in Michigan or eligibility.
• Current BLS, ACLS, NIH certification.
• Minimum 1 year of PCU or stepdown experience.
• Located in Michigan or willing to relocate within the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for cardiac and stepdown patients in the PCU.
• Monitor telemetry and deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in 12-hour night shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week; float rotation may apply.

Skills

RN

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac care

Tools

Cerner

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in a 225-bed specialty care hospital located in the central region of Michigan's upper peninsula. The role involves providing specialized care to cardiac and stepdown patient populations, working within a dynamic team to deliver high-quality patient care. This temporary assignment is ideal for RNs with at least one year of experience in PCU or stepdown units, seeking to contribute in a fast-paced environment and expand their clinical skills.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIH certification, 1-year experience in PCU or stepdown units, located in Michigan or willing to relocate within the region
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cardiac monitoring, chest tubes, cardiac drips, and cardiac populations
• Float: Float rotation may be required
• Additional Information:
  • Unit handles cardiac population with trauma and stepdown level of care, utilizing telemetry monitoring
  • Patient ratios are 1:5-6 for cardiac patients and 1:3-4 for PCU/stepdown population
  • Equipment includes telemetry monitoring systems
  • Electronic Health Record system utilized is Cerner
  • Must adhere to facility dress code: scrubs in blue or navy; no blue jeans
  • Position is a replacement for permanent staff

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

Posted Date: 2026-09-11

Cross Country Job ID #1287845. 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 / Progressive Care 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