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: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) Milwaukee, WI
A healthcare organization is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) to join a 13-week assignment in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). This role involves providing high-quality nursing care, supervising team members, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. The RN will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, and implement patient-centered care.
Job Details
- Certifications: BLS certification required prior to first shift; ACLS required prior to first shift (CIRH only).
- Education and Experience: Minimum two (2) years bedside clinical experience.
- Location: Milwaukee, WI.
- Shift: Days, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Responsibilities include performing nursing assessments within eight hours of admission, developing individualized care plans, and participating in patient discharge planning.
- Ensures accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.
- Contributes to the interdisciplinary team, providing education, reassurance, and direction to staff, patients, and families.
- Performs charge responsibilities as needed following orientation.
- Maintains personal and environmental safety in accordance with hospital policies.
- Actively seeks professional development opportunities through continuing education and self-study.
- Utilizes problem-solving techniques, delegates appropriately, and promotes a positive work environment.
- Supervises Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees.
- Participates in team building and unit activities to support a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Monitors supplies and promotes cost-effective, quality patient care practices.
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 #1332299. 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