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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 Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
48 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
nProgressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing patient care to a mixed acuity patient population, including respiratory failure, sepsis, GIB, bariatric post-op, diabetic, CHF, COPD, PNA, Acute Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) patients, and TIA/Stroke rule out. The position offers a dynamic environment with collaborative support from the healthcare team and extensive orientation.
nJob Details
nnCertifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Experience: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certifications are required. Minimum 0 years of experience needed, with 1 year of PCU experience preferred.
nSchedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 48 hours per week, including weekend rotations every other weekend.
nAdditional Responsibilities: Bedside handoff as a standard practice; charting in EPIC (preferred); compliance with telemetry competency before start.
nSupport on the Unit: Charge nurse, SWAT nurse, hospitalist, educator, RT (Respiratory Therapist), OT, PT, ST, phlebotomy services, and on-call support 24/7.
nOrientation: 12-hour unit-based orientation with preceptor, including hospital orientation, modules, and skills training.
nTravel Requirements: Travelers may float first to overflow areas; no specific medical specialty units.
nAdditional Notes: Relaxed scrub color policy; free designated parking; culture is welcoming and traveler-friendly.
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 Cross Country Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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
Worksite address
tacoma, WA, 98417, US
Who can apply
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