Progressive Care Unit RN
Asheville, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,990/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration8 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) located in Asheville, North Carolina. This position involves providing compassionate patient care in an inpatient overflow unit featuring medical surgical and step-down patients. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day to ensure compliance with certification requirements.
Job Details:
- Location: Asheville, North Carolina
- Position Type: Contract
- Shift: Days; 12-hour shift hours; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Start Date: June 15, 2026
- Number of Positions: 1
- Required Qualifications: Must have BLS and ACLS certifications; experience in progressive care nursing; cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications; clinical experience relevant to the role; ability to work in North Carolina; no minimum experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Recent progressive care experience preferred; telemetry competency.
- Float: Float rotation may be required to other units as needed.
- Additional Information:
- Unit type: Inpatient overflow unit with medical surgical and step-down patients
- Patient ratios: 1:5/1:6 stretch dependent on level of care
- Short stay (24-hour length of stay) patients targeted to this unit with quick turnover
- Telemetry monitoring: Patients are hardwired to bedside monitors if telemetry is indicated
- Dress Code: Scrubs in navy and/or white tops with navy bottoms, all white shoes
- Weekends: Every other weekend required; no on-call responsibilities
- Equipment: Telemetry monitoring system
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
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Pros
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Cons
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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.
About Asheville, NC
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:- Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
- Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.
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