Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,855 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota. The organization provides high-quality patient care in telemetry-focused environments, handling patients with cardiac conditions and post-procedural needs.

The role emphasizes safe, compassionate care on night shifts and involves floating to related units as needed. The position is a travel assignment with a 12-hour night shift schedule, minimum 48 hours per week,

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience.
• Experience in a step-down, telemetry, or cardiac unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care in a telemetry-focused environment.
• Care for adult and geriatric patients with complex medical conditions.
• Maintain safe, efficient, and compassionate care on night shifts.

Skills

RN

Telemetry

Cardiac care

BLS

ACLS

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty

PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Discipline

RN

Start Date

10/19/2026

Duration

13 weeks48 hours per week

Shift

12 hours, nights

Employment Type

Travel

Job Summary

The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in Step Down Unit care for a facility in a hospital setting. The position involves providing high-quality patient care in a telemetry-focused environment, managing a variety of adult and geriatric patients with complex medical conditions such as cardiac issues, post-procedural care, and respiratory support. The role requires a commitment to delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care on night shifts.

Job Details

Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

Valid nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, and a minimum of 2 years of RN experience. Experience in a step-down, telemetry, or cardiac unit is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Epic electronic health record experience and willingness to be a first-time traveler.

Unit Notes

Department: Medical / Telemetry
Bed count: 32
Nurse-patient ratios: generally 1:4-5, occasionally 1:3 on overflow nights
Common patient conditions include cardiac catheterizations, EP studies, pacemakers, ETOH, Covid Bipap, surgical and medical cardiac with associated diagnoses such as pneumonia, COVID, sepsis, and influenza.
RN titration of drips: Yes (including Amio, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, low-dose Dopamine; no Levo)
Charge nurses are present on each shift and may occasionally take a light patient load.
Nurse aides/patient care techs are on the unit, with a goal of 1:10 ratio.
Respiratory therapy equipment (Vents, Cpap, BiPap, High Flow oxygen) is available, and RNs troubleshoot issues related to these devices.
Telemetry/monitor techs are present, and RNs are required to read and interpret their own strips.
Shifts: 7a-7p and 7p-7a; rotation occurs weekly.
No call or standby requirement.
Floating to other units (Medical/Surgical, Emergency Room) is required as needed.
Scrubs: Any color provided.
Orientation: Two 12-hour shifts in the first week, then on own following Sunday.
RTO (Request to Return to Origin) needed upfront.
Start date: 10/19/2026. End date: 01/18/2027.
Additional notes include emphasis on telemetry and cardiac care skills, with the ability to interpret EKG strips.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1313102. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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 you’re journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life one assignment with the first person [evaluated for omitted].

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