Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
A registered nurse (RN) specializing in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in an inpatient healthcare setting. This role involves providing high-quality patient care, performing nursing assessments, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans. The position requires supervising ancillary nursing staff and contributing to patient safety and quality outcomes.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum 36 hours per week
- Certifications: BLS Certification required prior to first shift; ACLS certification required prior to first shift (CIRH only)
- Education and Experience: No minimum years of experience required; 2 years bedside clinical experience highly desired
- Specialty: Progressing Care Unit (PCU)
- Responsibilities include performing nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission, documenting assessments and interventions, participating in patient rehabilitation programs, initiating discharge planning, and ensuring continuity of care.
- Provides direction, training, and supervision of ancillary nursing personnel, utilizing problem-solving techniques in decision-making and prioritization.
- Ensures personal and environmental safety aligns with hospital and nursing policies, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
- Participates in team-building activities and communicates effectively with the healthcare team to support patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Assumes charge responsibility following orientation, actively pursuing professional development, and prioritizing activities for efficient patient care management.
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 #1327230. 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