Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,125 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Lima, OH
$2,125/wk
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- PCU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Days
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/10/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lima, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse position in the healthcare provider setting. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care for postoperative open-heart patients, requiring proficiency in cardiac monitoring and management of various cardiac and pulmonary abnormalities. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care according to age-specific criteria within a dynamic clinical environment.
Job Details:
- Position Description: This position follows the organizations clinical interview process. Candidates can expect outreach within two hours via phone and text, with decisions typically made the same day or by the next business day. Candidates seeking more than 7 days off, more than 50% of holidays off, or with negative background or employment history are not eligible for same-day processing.
- Required Qualifications: Current Ohio/OH or Compact Registered Nurse license, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, Minimum of 2 years of experience, Post-operative open-heart care experience, Critical Care experience, Chest tube and drain management experience, Pre- and post-procedure care for patients with radial and femoral access, Proficiency in cardiac monitoring including reading and interpreting cardiac rhythm strips, Advanced knowledge of cardiac and pulmonary abnormalities.
- Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Must float to all units within skill level; the candidate must have experience assisting with chest tube removal, managing temporary pacers, and using oxygen delivery systems. Candidates must be proficient in cardiac diagnostics and interventions. Submission of skills checklist, active BLS and ACLS certifications, and valid state RN license is required.
- Certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA)
- State Licenses: Ohio or Compact RN License
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 #1334499. 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 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