Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,970 per week

Cross Country Nurses

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • $1,970 Per Week

Highlights

Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification; experience with Cerner electronic medical record system; at least 2 years of clinical experience; prior travel nursing experience (minimum of one contract); eligible to start between January and early February; located within the specified geographic area; current licensure in the state of practice. Job Summary: The healthcare professional in the Step Down Unit specialty at a healthcare facility will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care during night shifts.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBirmingham, AL

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/28/2026
  • Duration: 19 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The healthcare professional in the Step Down Unit specialty at a healthcare facility will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care during night shifts. The position involves working three 12-hour shifts per week on a 13-week assignment, with a preferred start date in January. The role requires at least two years of experience, including BLS certification, Cerner electronic medical record system experience, and prior travel nursing experience.

Job Details:

  • Shift Schedule: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
  • Required Qualifications: Valid BLS certification; experience with Cerner electronic medical record system; at least 2 years of clinical experience; prior travel nursing experience (minimum of one contract); eligible to start between January and early February; located within the specified geographic area; current licensure in the state of practice.
  • Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
  • Float: Float: Float rotation may be required.
  • Additional Information: Assignment duration is approximately 13 weeks, starting on 09/28/2026 and ending on 02/06/2027. The assignment involves working every other weekend, with a start in January preferred but consideration given to early February.

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 #1312931. 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 / Step Down 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

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