Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,855 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in Step Down Unit care for a facility in a hospital setting. The position involves providing high-quality patient care in a telemetry-focused environment, managing a variety of adult and geriatric patients with complex medical conditions such as cardiac issues, post-procedural care, and respiratory support. The role requires a commitment to delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care on night shifts.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week.

• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, and a minimum of 2 years of RN experience. Experience in a step-down, telemetry, or cardiac unit is necessary.

• Preferred Qualifications: Epic electronic health record experience and willingness to be a first-time traveler.

• Unit Notes:

  • Department: Medical / Telemetry

  • Bed count: 32

  • Nurse-patient ratios: generally 1:4-5, occasionally 1:3 on overflow nights

  • Common patient conditions include cardiac catheterizations, EP studies, pacemakers, ETOH, Covid Bipap, surgical and medical cardiac with associated diagnoses such as pneumonia, COVID, sepsis, and influenza.

  • RN titration of drips: Yes (including Amio, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, low-dose Dopamine; no Levo)

  • Charge nurses are present on each shift and may occasionally take a light patient load.

  • Nurse aides/patient care techs are on the unit, with a goal of 1:10 ratio.

  • Respiratory therapy equipment (Vents, Cpap, BiPap, High Flow oxygen) is available, and RNs troubleshoot issues related to these devices.

  • Telemetry/monitor techs are present, and RNs are required to read and interpret their own strips.

  • Shifts: 7a-7p and 7p-7a; rotation occurs weekly.

  • No call or standby requirement.

  • Floating to other units (Medical/Surgical, Emergency Room) is required as needed.

  • Scrubs: Any color provided.

  • Orientation: Two 12-hour shifts in the first week, then on own following Sunday.

  • RTO (Request to Return to Origin) needed upfront.

  • Start date: 10/19/2026. End date: 01/18/2027.

  • Additional notes include emphasis on telemetry and cardiac care skills, with the ability to interpret EKG strips.

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 #1313102. 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 / Step Down 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