Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,600 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU for a Rock Island, Illinois assignment. This 13-week travel position requires 36 hours per week, nights, in a Progressive Care Unit. License in Iowa or Illinois is required, plus BLS/ACLS and a completed travel contract.

Benefits include private housing or housing allowance, comprehensive health insurance, travel reimbursement, 401(k), and CE credits.

Qualifications

• Valid state RN license for Iowa or Illinois.
• Minimum 1 year of stepdown experience.
• Completion of a travel contract required.
• Current skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in the PCU.
• Float within the same discipline across local campuses as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.

Skills

RN

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse in a healthcare facility located in the Midwest region. The position involves providing high-quality nursing care within a specialized unit that manages patients with a wide range of acuity levels. The role requires flexibility to float within the same discipline across local campuses and active participation in interdisciplinary team collaboration.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid state license for Iowa or Illinois, at least 1 year of previous stepdown experience, completion of a travel contract, and current skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission date. Certifications required include BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA).
• Preferred Qualifications: At least 1 travel contract completed, relevant clinical experience in stepdown or progressive care settings.
• Additional Information: The assigned unit maintains a 1:7 patient ratio. The assignment includes working during summer holidays with potential work on Memorial Day, Independence Day, or Labor Day. Orientation sessions are scheduled periodically starting January 12, 2026, through December 28, 2026. Candidates must submit a work history/resume, copy of required certifications, license verification, skills checklist, and one supervisory reference at the time of submission. This assignment allows for local candidates from regions including Madison, Sioux City, Bettendorf, Fort Dodge, Moline, Muscatine, and Rock Island.

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 #1319097. 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