Highlights

Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) license; ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications; 2 years of ICU experience; 2 years of PCU experience; familiarity with EMR systems and hospital equipment; location requirements and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant clinical setting. Additional Information: The role involves working on the primary emergency department holding unit, supporting patients with mixed diagnoses including respiratory failure, sepsis, and postoperative care.

Description

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: 11/30/2026
Duration: 14 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse Nights Location unspecified. This role involves supporting various hospital units, primarily working within the emergency department, with floating responsibilities across the facility. The position requires adaptable, resourceful, and experienced nurses to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) license; ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications; 2 years of ICU experience; 2 years of PCU experience; familiarity with EMR systems and hospital equipment; location requirements and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant clinical setting.
Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Information: The role involves working on the primary emergency department holding unit, supporting patients with mixed diagnoses including respiratory failure, sepsis, and postoperative care. Responsibilities include patient transport throughout the hospital, managing complex equipment, and providing patient education. Orientation includes 2 days of hospital onboarding and 1 day on the assigned unit.

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 #1332831. 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

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