Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position in a healthcare setting focusing on delivering high-quality patient care. The RN will oversee nursing care plans, supervise ancillary staff, and coordinate patient assessments and discharge planning. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to clinical standards to support patient recovery and ensure a safe work environment.
Job Details:
Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) certification prior to first shift, valid ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification prior to first shift (if applicable), at least two years of bedside clinical experience, ICU experience, and experience working in a Progressive Care Unit setting.
Preferred Qualifications: None listed.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: Performs comprehensive patient assessments within 8 hours of admission, develops individualized care plans, and participates in interdisciplinary team conferences. Responsible for accurate documentation and patient education, initiating discharge planning from day one, and effectively communicating any changes in patient status. Provides supervision and direction to ancillary staff, promotes a safe environment, and participates in team-building activities to foster a positive work environment. Assumes charge responsibilities after orientation and actively engages in ongoing professional development. Prioritizes patient needs effectively while managing clinical supplies and equipment.
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 #1321875. 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Harrisburg, PA
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiovascularunmatched
Clinical Medicineunmatched
Clinical Practices/Protocolsunmatched
Clinical Supportunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Conferencesunmatched
Discharge Plansunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Intensive Careunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medical Productsunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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