Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Englewood, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,185/week

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Overview

Start Date07/20/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

7% higher than average Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Nurse pay in Colorado

Estimated total pay

$2,185/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
A registered nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) located in Englewood, Colorado. This position involves providing high-quality care in a fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac and thoracic surgical unit. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day.

Job Details:

Location: Englewood, Colorado
Shift: Day Shift, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM
Schedule: 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Candidates must hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications, with a minimum of one year of current acute care PCU hospital experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with chest tube management (including removal), pacer wire management, 12-lead EKGs, oxygen management including BIPAP and heated high-flow devices, and medication drips such as heparin, diltiazem, amiodarone, Lasix, dobutamine, milrinone, and ketamine.
Responsibilities include managing post-cardiac catheterization care (such as right and left heart caths, TAVRs, ablations, etc.), thoracic surgery recovery, post-open heart surgical patient care, and vascular surgery post-operative care.
Equipment used includes telemetry monitors, transport monitors, suction, feeding pumps, trachs, Bipap, Cpap, heated high-flow, chest tubes, Foley catheters, pacer wires, IV pumps, and sequential compression device (SCD) pumps.
Additional details: Staffing includes one charge RN per shift, with five to eight RNs and two to four patient care technicians (PCTs) on day shift; similar staffing on night shift. Patient ratios are typically 1:4, often in a 1:5 ratio.

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
Free checking/direct deposit
Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1279010. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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About Englewood, CO

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Englewood, CO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Englewood's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs in Englewood are around 88°F, while winter lows can drop to 19°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Englewood, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Englewood is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD).

Demographics

Englewood has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Englewood offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy nearby golf courses and recreational facilities.

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