Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Birmingham, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Nursing Profession specializing in Step Down Unit care in a medical-surgical environment. This position involves providing high-acuity patient care on a 12-hour night shift schedule. The role requires a minimum of two years' experience in the specialty, along with travel experience and proficiency with Epic electronic health record systems. The assignment duration is approximately 13 weeks, with shifts occurring every other weekend.
Job Details:
Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Valid nursing license, a minimum of 2 years' relevant experience, Epic certification or experience, and ability to work in the specified geographic area.
Schedule: All shifts are 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, on nights. The assignment runs from 10/12/2026 through 01/09/2027.
Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, at least 2 years' experience in step down units, travel experience, Epic electronic medical record system experience.
Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: All assignments are 36 hours per week on a 3x12 night schedule, lasting approximately 13 weeks, with every other weekend coverage. Any rates above the normal 70/72 rate will require a start date by 10/12/2026.
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 #1323125. 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 / 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Birmingham, AL
Skills
Acute Careunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Epic Certificationunmatched
Epic Systemsunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medical Record Systemunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
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