Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Hickory, NC
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,070/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) located in Hickory, North Carolina. This position involves caring for adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses such as post-stroke, neuro surgeries, telemetry cases, and medical patients. The role requires working night shifts with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care within the neuro and telemetry units of the healthcare provider.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, 2 years of experience in a Progressive Care Unit or similar clinical setting, certifications as needed for neuro/stroke care or telemetry, and must meet the location requirement of being at least 60 miles from the facility's address
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with neuro patient populations, telemetry, and adult/geriatric care; familiarity with Electronic Health Record systems such as Cerner
- Additional Information:
- Unit comprises 20 beds with a patient ratio of 5:1
- The role involves caring for stable post-stroke, neuro surgery, telemetry, and medical patients
- Dress code: Scrubs, any color acceptable
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 Hickory, NC
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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