About this opportunity
Cross Country Nurses lists this Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,675 per week opportunity in san antonio, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse in San Antonio, TX. This position involves providing specialized nursing care on a 32-bed surgical PCU, supporting patients requiring critical but less intensive monitoring related to various surgical procedures, including thoracic, gastrointestinal, and colorectal surgeries. The role requires collaborative patient care and adherence to hospital policies, with a focus on infection prevention and patient communication.
Job Details
Shift: Nights, 12 hours shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications:
BLS, ACLS/ALS certifications; no minimum experience required; located in San Antonio, TX; start date on 10/26/2026, end date on 01/25/2027
Responsibilities include managing patient care involving wounds, drains, TPN, tube feeds, and telemetry monitoring, with a focus on infection prevention, patient hygiene, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Typical procedures include tracheostomy and laryngectomy care, bowel surgeries, pulmonary procedures, mastectomies, neck dissections, thyroidectomy, and routine drain management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in PCU, trach care, and telemetry.
Additional Information: The nurse will operate in a fast-paced environment on the 5th floor of the North Tower, with a team-oriented approach and a focus on patient safety and communication.
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 # . 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 NursesYou 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.
Benefits401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
san antonio, TX, 78208, US
Who can apply
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