Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,105 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited free CE credits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a Travel Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Independence, Missouri. This 13-week assignment covers 12-hour night shifts with a guaranteed 36 hours per week, starting December 14, 2026.

The role requires BLS and ACLS, with high-level patient monitoring and advanced assessments. Unit features include 36-bed capacity, Meditech documentation, and rotating schedules with float requirements. This facility is Level 2 trauma and bariatric-certified.

Qualifications

• Valid BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Experience with advanced assessment and critical thinking.
• Experience managing vasoactive drips and drips.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Advanced assessment

Vasoactive drips

Drip management

Critical thinking

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) registered nurse position located in an organization in Independence, Missouri. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care within a specialized unit overseeing patients requiring close monitoring and advanced assessments. The position offers a guaranteed 48 hours per week with a start date of December 14, 2026, and initially runs through March 15, 2027.

Job Details

• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications; experience with advanced assessment and critical thinking skills; management of vasoactive drips; Drip management experience.
• Unit Specifics:
  • Bed capacity: 36 beds with patient ratios typically 1:3, 1:4, or 1:5 with patient care technicians.
  • Patient care includes use of BiPAP, heated high-flow nasal cannulas, Alaris IV pumps, and Kangaroo feeding pumps.
  • Documentation system in use: Meditech.
  • Staffing involves full-time, part-time, and PRN shifts with rotating weekend and holiday schedules.
  • Floating policy requires PRN staff to float once per week; float assignments for full-time and part-time staff rotate based on schedules.
  • Patient experience expectations include bedside shift report, hourly rounding, and daily leadership rounds.
• Preferred Qualifications: A positive attitude and team-oriented personality.
• Additional Information: This position is located in a facility recognized as a Level 2 trauma center with stroke and STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) accreditation and is a certified bariatric center. The role involves participating in unit standards of care and adapting to a flexible scheduling environment with rotating holidays and float requirements.

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
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Cross Country Job ID #1313929. 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.