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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
nThe Step Down Unit registered nurse (RN) position is located in a facility in Bismarck, North Dakota. The role involves providing care for adult and geriatric patients with a variety of diagnoses, including cardiac, respiratory, and surgical conditions. The RN will be responsible for monitoring, interpreting patient data, and administering titratable drips in a fast-paced acute care environment.
nJob Details:
nnShift: 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. The start date is 08/24/2026.
nRequired Qualifications: Certifications include ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and BLS (Basic Life Support). Minimum of 2 years of experience in a step down or similar unit, along with relevant experience in cardiac and telemetry care, and the ability to read strips.
nPreferred Qualifications: Epic electronic medical record system experience.
nFloats: All areas as helping hands, including full patient load of the step down unit and some emergency room holds/boarding.
nDuties: Monitor and troubleshoot bedside respiratory equipment such as Bipap, trachs, and airvo. Interpret telemetry strips independently. Deliver titratable medications such as Amio, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, and low-dose Dopamine.
nStaffing & Scheduling: Shifts are from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotations not exceeding weekly. Staffing includes charge nurses on each shift, some float coverage, and nurse aide/patient care tech support at a ratio of 1:10 goal.
nAdditional Information: The unit supports adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including cardiac caths, EP studies, pacers, alcohol intoxication, COVID-19 Bipap, and other acute/chronic conditions. RTO requests of 7 days or fewer are required upfront.
n nBenefits
nThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Posted Date: 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 / 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.
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
bismarck, ND, 58502, US
Who can apply
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