Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,395 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN for PCU in Louisville, Kentucky. This role focuses on wound care, blood administration, and ventilator support within a collaborative PCU team.

The assignment runs 13 weeks with 36 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts. BLS required; 2+ years of PCU experience and a valid nursing license are essential. NIHSS and ACLS preferred. Orientation includes EMR, infusion pumps, and patient monitors. Travel benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar PCU setting.
• Valid nursing license and active clinical experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Care for a diverse PCU patient population including surgical, medical, and post-operative cases.
• Perform wound care, blood administration, and ventilator support as needed.
• Provide patient-centered care in a collaborative, supportive unit culture.

Skills

RN (Registered Nurse)

BLS Certification

NIH Stroke Scale knowledge

ACLS Certification

Education

Valid nursing license

Tools

EMR systems

Infusion pumps

Monitors

Job description

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

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, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position in Louisville, Kentucky. This role involves caring for a diverse patient population, including surgical, medical, and post-operative cases, with a focus on clinical skills such as wound care, blood administration, and ventilator support. The opportunity offers a collaborative work environment with a highly supportive culture that emphasizes teamwork, patient-centered care, and ongoing education.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week, starting on 08/17/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar setting. Education requirements include a valid nursing license, and the candidate must have at least 2+ years of clinical experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) and additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Float: Float to mixed acuity units only.
• Additional Information: The unit provides orientation consisting of 24 hours over 3 days, including a 12-hour shift at the end of week one and a 12-hour shift at the start of week two. Candidates should be comfortable working with technology such as EMR systems, infusion pumps, and monitors. The unit culture is highly collaborative, patient-centered, and supportive, with a focus on oncology and post-operative care.

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

Posted Date: 2026-09-08

Cross Country Job ID #1286888. 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