Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,225 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

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 Kearney, Nebraska. The assignment runs 13 weeks with 36 hours per week, nights, on a 12-hour shift schedule.

You will care for post-Cath Lab and medical-surgical patients, with mandatory floating to related units as needed. The role requires an active RN license and 2+ years in PCU/Telemetry, plus BLS, NIHSS, and ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care or Telemetry experience.
• BLS, NIHSS, and ACLS certifications required.
• Ability to float to Medical-Surgical and ICU as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for post-Cath Lab and medical-surgical patients in PCU.
• Adhere to hospital protocols and maintain high patient outcomes.
• Float to ICU/Med-Surg as needed and support bedside care.
• Document care and communicate with the care team.

Skills

PCU/Telemetry experience

Night shift experience

Education

BLS Certification

NIHSS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

• 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 is based in an acute care setting, with a focus on patient care for post-Cath Lab and medical-surgical patients. The assignment involves working nights in a facility with a 21-bed unit, mandatory floating to Medical Surgical and Intensive Care Units as needed, and every other weekend requirement. The role requires maintaining excellent patient outcomes while adhering to hospital protocols.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week from 09/21/2026 to 12/21/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Education and experience requirements include a minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience in Progressive Care or Telemetry units, with prior experience caring for Post-Cath Lab patients. The candidate must hold an active license to submit application.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Electronic Medical Records, specifically EPIC, and prior floating to ICU for patient status assessments.
• Additional Information: The candidate will be scheduled for every other weekend, with an expectation to float to Medical Surgical and ICU units based on patient needs. Up to two extra mandatory shifts may be required per six weeks. The unit maintains ratios of 1:4, and the patient care focuses on acute and post-procedure recovery.

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 #1313558. 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