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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 Asheville, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/26/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Cardiovascular Progressive Care (CVPC) Nurse in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized care to a primary patient population undergoing cardiovascular surgery, vascular surgery, and overflow medical cardiology cases. The position supports ongoing patient management in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment within a 40-bed cardiac stepdown unit.
Job Details:
Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, from 09/21/2026 to 12/21/2026
Required Qualifications: North Carolina nursing license, ACLS certification, BLS certification, stepdown experience, telemetry experience, 1 year of clinical experience in cardiac or vascular surgery, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, team player attitude, flexible personality
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with cardiovascular surgery patients (including open heart surgery, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass), CVICU experience
Additional Information: The unit primarily manages patients post-cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, with responsibilities including epidural management, chest tube management, administering IV medications, and cardiac G.T.T. management. Candidate must be flexible, enjoy teamwork, and able to handle a dynamic environment. The role involves working scheduled weekends, with a minimum of 6 weekend shifts over a 6-week schedule, and no call responsibilities. Dress code is navy or white scrubs.
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
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.
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
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Worksite address
asheville, NC, 28814, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.