Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Eureka, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position supporting adult and geriatric patients in a monitored clinical setting. The role involves cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmia management, non-invasive airway support, vascular access care, and coordination with interdisciplinary services.

Job Details Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: At least 1 year of relevant experience. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification. Required experience with electronic charting systems, including Epic. Compact state nursing license in hand at submission.

Additional Information: Patient ratios are 1:4 in the Progressive Care Unit and 1:5 in medical-surgical assignments. Patient population includes adults and geriatric patients. Clinical responsibilities include cardiac telemetry, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, cardiac drip management without titration, BiPAP/CPAP management, oxygen administration, isolation precautions, blood product administration, central and PICC line management, feeding tube care, heparin protocols, and pre- and post-cardiac procedure care. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, lift teams, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretarial services. Current work experience in the relevant discipline within the last 6 months is required. Two professional references covering at least 1 year within the last 3 years are required during the compliance process and before the start date. Travelers must be available to work 3 of 5 designated holidays.

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 1342631. 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