Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Puyallup, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse in a healthcare facility. This role involves supporting ED-hold floating and assisting multiple units including Medical, Surgical, ICU, and Rehab, primarily during night shifts. The position requires flexibility to adapt to fast-paced and diverse patient care environments, with duties encompassing patient transport and unit coverage.
Job Details
- Location: Support for various inpatient units, including ED-held patients, ICU, PCU, Med-Surg, Rehab, and more.
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification, and experience with cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV medication titration (e.g., Amiodarone, Cardizem, nitro, dopamine, dobutamine, insulin, heparin). No minimum years of experience required, but clinical proficiency in acute care settings is essential.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: The role involves transporting patients throughout the hospital, supporting various units, and providing patient education and communication. Candidates must call the staffing office at least 30-45 minutes before each shift to confirm assignments and be punctual for duty. Orientation includes two days of hospital onboarding and one day of unit-specific training.
- Float: Float rotation may be required within scope of practice and below.
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 #1312473. 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