Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 14 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Step Down Unit Registered Nurse (RN) in a healthcare facility located in an adult and pediatric care setting. This full-time night shift position involves managing complex patient cases such as CVA, TIA, COVID, and other acute conditions. The role requires strong clinical skills, effective team collaboration, and the ability to adapt to unit needs.
Job Details
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts from 06:30 PM to 06:30 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid registered nursing license, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification, a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in step down or telemetry units; strong skills in patient assessment, telemetry, and crisis management.
Float: Float rotation may be required to medical-surgical areas based on staffing needs.
Additional Information: Candidate must have a valid driver's license, complete a pass/fail skills exam with at least 90%, adhere to fingernail policy prohibiting artificial nails, and follow all unit policies, including hourly rounding and responsiveness. Staffing may be adjusted based on unit needs, with up to 4 shifts canceled over a 13-week period.
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
Posted Date: 2026-09-14
Cross Country Job ID #1302609. 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
Omaha, NE
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
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Cerebral Vascular Accidentunmatched
Crisis Managementunmatched
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National Institutes of Health (NIH)unmatched
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Patient Assessmentunmatched
Pediatricsunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
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Telemetryunmatched
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