Progressive Care Unit RN
Erie, PA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,100/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in Erie, Pennsylvania. This role involves providing high-quality nursing care to patients transitioning from intensive care to standard inpatient units. The RN will supervise and collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure safe, effective, and person-centered care.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required prior to first shift, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required prior to first shift (CIRH only), minimum of two (2) years bedside clinical experience, no specific experience requirement listed for this role.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a Progressive Care Unit or similar clinical setting may be advantageous.
- Additional Information: Performs nursing assessments within 8 hours of admission and develops individualized care plans. Communicates patient status during team conferences and maintains accurate documentation. Participates in patient rehabilitation and discharge planning, providing patient teaching and family education. Provides supervision and direction to ancillary staff, delegates appropriately, and ensures safety standards. Engages in ongoing professional development and participates in team activities to foster a positive work environment. Assumes charge responsibility following orientation and manages patient care priorities effectively.
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
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Erie, PA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Erie, PA here's what you should know:- Erie's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 75°F to 80°F, while winter lows range from 20°F to 25°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Erie and can be found with relative ease, especially in the downtown and Bayfront areas.
- Erie is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses operated by the Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority.
- Erie has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the proximity to Lake Erie.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Erie.
- Erie offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art galleries, theatrical performances, national touring acts, water activities at Presque Isle State Park, and opportunities for downhill skiing in the winter.
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