Travel Contract

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

$1,815/week
Posted 5 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date10/19/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,815/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Thornton, Colorado. This role involves providing high-quality patient care within a state-of-the-art unit that features advanced technology such as telemonitoring and post-operative monitoring. Ideal candidates will be friendly, outgoing, and team-oriented, with prior experience in a hospital PCU setting.

Job Details:

  • Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, minimum 1-year current hospital PCU experience, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and NIH (National Institutes of Health) certification.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Cardiac experience, prior Meditech experience.
  • Location: Thornton, Colorado at a modern, top-tier unit with approximately 24 beds, equipped with telemonitoring and post-op recovery monitoring tools.
  • Responsibilities: Post-operative recovery for surgical and cath lab patients, orthopedics (spine, joint), GYN surgeries, and elective cath lab procedures including PCI, pacemaker, ablation, cardioversion, and revascularization. Care for stroke, CIWA, chest pain, renal failure, respiratory failure, and administered cardiac drips (non-titrating except heparin).
  • Additional Information: The unit offers a friendly and collaborative culture, with a modified self-scheduling process that allows schedules to be posted three weeks in advance for flexibility.

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
Cross Country Job ID #1317741. 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

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About

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 Thornton, CO

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Thornton, CO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Thornton, CO is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
  • However, wages generally align with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • In the summer, Thornton experiences average highs of around 88°F and lows of 57°F.
  • In the winter, average highs are around 43°F and lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Thornton, and they can be relatively easy to find with some research and assistance from local real estate agents.
Transportation
  • Thornton is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are also available, including bus services connecting to nearby cities.
Demographics
  • Thornton has a diverse population with a mix of age groups.
  • Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the high altitude.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Thornton offers a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, and there are opportunities to explore art and music in nearby Denver.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and outdoor lovers can explore the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park.
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