Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Palo Alto, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
RN Intermediate Care Unit. The Clinical Nurse II provides safe, individualized nursing care for patients ranging from infancy through adulthood while applying the nursing process and collaborating with the interprofessional healthcare team. The role supports patient- and family-centered care, evidence-based practice, safety, quality improvement, teamwork, technology, professionalism, and leadership.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Minimum of three years of experience in a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, including well-newborn care; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); current California Registered Nurse (RN) license; current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; proficiency with clinical equipment, computers, and technology used in the nursing practice setting; ability to appropriately manage materials and supplies and prevent equipment damage, misuse, or loss; ability to guide, assist, and direct unlicensed assistive personnel in accordance with applicable nursing practice requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
- Schedule: Day shifts consisting of 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Provides care for complex patient assignments and may support patients from infancy through adulthood. Responsibilities include coordinating care across the continuum, addressing physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs, participating in evidence-based practice and quality improvement, supporting safe care delivery, and contributing to problem-solving, conflict resolution, and system improvements. The assignment is scheduled for 13 weeks.
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: 2026-10-23
Cross Country Job ID #1307884. 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 / Intermediate 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