Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Pontiac, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Registered Nurse (RN), Progressive Care Unit, Pontiac: The Registered Nurse provides quality, patient-centered care by following individualized nursing care plans and coordinating care for patients in a progressive care setting. The role includes patient assessment, care planning, education, documentation, discharge planning, and supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees.
Job Details
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) qualification; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required before the first shift; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required before the first shift when applicable.
- Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of two years of bedside clinical experience.
- Responsibilities: Complete nursing assessments within eight hours of admission; develop and implement individualized care plans; identify patient and family education needs; document assessments, interventions, and responses accurately and promptly; participate in rehabilitation programming; initiate discharge planning upon admission; communicate changes in patient status to the care team; delegate appropriately; provide direction, training, and supervision to ancillary nursing personnel; promote patient and employee safety; support team functioning; monitor supplies and equipment needs; assume charge responsibilities following orientation when requested; and pursue ongoing professional development.
- Additional Information: The Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to support continuity of care, patient safety, and quality outcomes. The role requires effective prioritization, time management, clinical decision-making, and a positive, encouraging approach to patient 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
Cross Country Job ID #1344669. 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