Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $1,955 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

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 seeks a travel RN for the Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit in Asheville, NC. You will cover 12-hour day shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week on a 13-week assignment starting ASAP.

Responsibilities include post-cardiovascular/post-thoracic care, telemetry, and teamwork in a 40-bed unit. Must hold NC RN license with ACLS/BLS and 1 year cardiac/vascular experience.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina RN license with eligibility to practice in NC.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Minimum 1 year of cardiac or vascular surgery unit experience with telemetry.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized CVPC care for post-cardiovascular surgery patients.
• Monitor telemetry, administer IV medications, and manage chest tubes/epidurals as needed.
• Collaborate with cardiovascular surgery teams in a 40-bed unit.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and timely charting in a fast-paced setting.
• Work scheduled weekends and maintain high-quality patient care.

Skills

NC RN license

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Stepdown experience

Telemetry experience

Cardiac/vascular surgery experience

Fast-paced team player

Flexible personality

Education

RN license - North Carolina

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

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

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

Job Summary

Cardiovascular Progressive Care (CVPC) Nurse in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized care to a primary patient population undergoing cardiovascular surgery, vascular surgery, and overflow medical cardiology cases. The position supports ongoing patient management in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment within a 40-bed cardiac stepdown unit.

Job Details

• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, from 09/21/2026 to 12/21/2026
• Required Qualifications: North Carolina nursing license, ACLS certification, BLS certification, stepdown experience, telemetry experience, 1 year of clinical experience in cardiac or vascular surgery, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, team player attitude, flexible personality
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with cardiovascular surgery patients (including open heart surgery, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass), CVICU experience
• Additional Information: The unit primarily manages patients post-cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, with responsibilities including epidural management, chest tube management, administering IV medications, and cardiac G.T.T. management. Candidate must be flexible, enjoy teamwork, and able to handle a dynamic environment. The role involves working scheduled weekends, with a minimum of 6 weekend shifts over a 6-week schedule, and no call responsibilities. Dress code is navy or white scrubs.

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: 2026-09-15

Cross Country Job ID #1302884. 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