Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $3,120 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; 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) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska. The assignment runs for 15 weeks with 48 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts.

The RN will care for Step Down patients requiring close monitoring, including cardiac and vascular diagnoses, postoperative care, and related procedures. This role requires a valid RN license, 2+ years of relevant experience, and certifications such as BLS/ACLS/NIHSS.

Qualifications

• Active RN license
• Minimum 2 years in intermediate/cardiac patient populations
• Experience with titratable IV meds (amiodarone, nitro, nicardipine, epinephrine)
• Must float to compatible units and read telemonitor strips

Responsibilities

• Provide step-down unit nursing care in a hospital setting
• Support patients with cardiac/vascular conditions and postoperative care
• Manage titratable IV medications and telemetry monitoring
• Float to units with similar or lower acuity as needed

Skills

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Telemetry

BiPAP/CPAP

Cardiac care

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 15 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Step Down Unit Registered Nurse in a hospital setting, responsible for providing intermediate care to patients requiring close monitoring and management of complex conditions. The role involves supporting patients with diagnoses such as cardiac and vascular issues, postoperative care, and supporting thoracic, electrophysiology, and structural heart procedures. The position is located in a facility that offers 12-hour night shifts.

Job Details:

• Position: Registered Nurse within the Step Down Unit
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar patient population, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale), and a driver's license.
• Experience or 'Must have' skills: At least 2 years of experience with intermediate and cardiac patient populations, including experience with titratable intravenous medications such as amiodarone, nitro, nicardipine, epinephrine, and others.
• Additional Information:
  • Must float to compatible units with similar or lower acuity levels.
  • RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting telemonitor strips and managing BiPAP/CPAP equipment.
  • Nurse aides/patient care techs support the unit with a 1:18 ratio.
  • The unit operates with a hospitalist and intensivist in-house 24/7, with cardiology on call after hours.
  • Typical dress code is Navy Blue scrubs.
  • Upfront RTO (Request To Offer) required for 7 or fewer days within the 13-week contract; additional RTO requests will not be approved.
  • Candidates must adhere to a 50-mile radius rule and cannot be full‑time, part‑time, or PRN with any facility associated with the applicable healthcare network.
  • The start date for this assignment is 09/28/2026, and the assignment ends on 01/11/2027.

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 #1318370. 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 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