Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role involves delivering high-quality patient care, supervising ancillary nursing staff, and participating in patient assessments and discharge planning. The RN will embrace the organizations core values, ensuring patient and employee safety while providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
Job Details
- Shift Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, 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 (CIRH only), a minimum of 2 years bedside clinical experience, ICU experience, and a degree or certification meeting licensed Registered Nurse (RN) requirements.
- Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Experience: 2 years of ICU or relevant clinical experience
- Location: 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213
- Additional Information: Performs comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans, and ensures timely documentation. Responsible for patient education, discharge planning, delegation, and supervision of nursing staff. Maintains safety standards according to hospital policies, participates in team activities, and seeks ongoing professional development.
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: 2026-08-18
Cross Country Job ID #1284422. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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