Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
A Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is sought for a medical step-down position located at a healthcare facility. This role involves caring for patients with diverse conditions such as sepsis, heart failure, hypertensive emergencies, respiratory failure, COPD, chronic kidney disease, and more. The position requires clinical expertise in managing complex patient needs on a night shift schedule.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 48 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), 2 years of relevant clinical experience in a medical step-down or similar setting, with education credentials meeting licensing requirements, and current eligibility to work in the specified location
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with patients presenting sepsis, heart failure, respiratory failure, or similar complex conditions is preferred
- Float: Float: Float rotation may be required
- Additional Information: Candidates should demonstrate the ability to manage multiple complex patients, adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and maintain compliance with hospital policies and safety standards. The role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, following clinical guidelines, and participating in team-based care initiatives.
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 #1317436. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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