Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,055 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses seeks a travel nurse RN for the Progressive Care Unit in Jackson, Tennessee. The RN will provide direct patient care, perform assessments, and collaborate with the care team to build individualized plans in a PCU setting.

The role includes supervising ancillary staff, initiating discharge planning from day one, and ensuring documentation is complete and compliant during night shifts. Start date 10/05/2026 for a 13-week assignment with 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required before first shift.
• ACLS certification required before first shift (CIRH only).
• Critical care experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in PCU.
• Performs comprehensive nursing assessments and updates care plans.
• Supervises ancillary nursing personnel and maintains safety and quality standards.
• Initiates discharge planning from day of admission.
• Ensures accurate, timely documentation of all patient care activities.

Skills

RN

PCU

Education

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position in the healthcare industry. This role involves providing direct patient care, performing nursing assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. The RN will also supervise ancillary nursing personnel and ensure safety and quality standards are maintained throughout the shift.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education, and Experience: BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification required prior to first shift. ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required prior to first shift (CIRH only). Critical care experience highly desired.
• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU).
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Responsibilities: Performs comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission, develops and updates individualized care plans, initiates discharge planning from the day of admission, and ensures accurate, timely documentation of all patient care activities.
• Qualifications: No minimum years of experience required.
• Professional Growth: Actively pursues ongoing professional development through continuing education and self-study.
• Team Collaboration: Provides direction and supervision to ancillary staff, participates in team building activities, and fosters a positive work environment.
• Safety and Compliance: Follows all safety protocols, hospital guidelines, and policies ensuring patient, staff, and environmental safety.
• Additional Notes: The RN will assume charge responsibilities after orientation as requested and utilize problem-solving and organizational skills to prioritize patient care activities.

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 #1308521. 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