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: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary: Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is sought for a facility located in Asheville, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized care for cardiac, vascular, and general medical patients within a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The position requires a dedicated RN able to support a diverse patient population, including post-surgical and medical cardiology cases, with a focus on telemetry and stepdown care.

Job Details: Location: Asheville, North Carolina Shift Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week Start Date: 08/17/2026 Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), at least 2 years of relevant RN experience in a progressive care or telemetry setting, experience with cardiac and vascular surgeries, and experience providing care to post-surgical cardiac and vascular patients within a year.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with patients undergoing cardiac surgery (including open heart procedures such as CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR), thoracic lung surgeries, AAA repairs, fem-pop bypass, and vascular surgeries.

Experience with electronic medical records systems, specifically Cerner, is a plus.

Additional Information: The candidate should be team-oriented, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and flexible with scheduling, including minimum weekend shifts and holiday coverage as required. The position involves working on a unit with approximately 40 beds, a patient ratio of 1:5, and equipment including Baxter IV pumps, CADD epidural pumps, and various lifts.

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 Posted Date: 2026-10-12 Cross Country Job ID 1292682. 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