Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Akron, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: The healthcare provider is seeking a registered nurse specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in an unspecified location. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care within a structured clinical environment, following safety protocols, and participating in patient education and discharge planning, with shifts scheduled nights from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.
Job Details:
Certifications: BLS Certification, ACLS certification prior to start date.
Education Requirements: None specified.
Degree Requirements: None specified.
Location Requirements: None specified.
Years of Experience: 0 years minimum.
Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Information: Performs nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission, develops individualized care plans, participates in team conferences, and ensures accurate documentation of patient care. Provides patient education, initiates discharge planning from day of admission, and communicates changes in patient condition to the care team. Responsible for supervision of ancillary personnel, maintains a safe work environment, and actively engages in ongoing professional development. Assumes charge responsibility after orientation and contributes to a positive team environment.
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 #1327502. 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
Akron, OH
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Conferencesunmatched
Discharge Plansunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
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