Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/21/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) in a healthcare facility. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care, performing comprehensive assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. The RN will supervise nursing staff, ensure safety protocols are followed, and support patient discharge planning.
Job Details
Certifications: BLS Certification required prior to first shift; ACLS required prior to first shift (CIRH only).
Education Requirements: Valid nursing license and current certification as indicated.
Location Requirements: No specific location restrictions noted.
Years of Experience: 0 years minimum; at least two (2) years of bedside clinical experience preferred.
Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Responsibilities: Conducts nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission; documents assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner; participates in patient rehabilitation programs; initiates discharge planning and patient teaching; communicates patient status updates for continuity of care; supervises ancillary nursing staff; ensures safety standards are upheld; contributes to team activities and unit operations; and advocates for professional growth through ongoing education.
Submission Requirements: Active license and certifications must be current; references may be required.
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 #1305914. 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
Alexandria, VA
Skills
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