Progressive Care Unit RN
Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,905/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse, located in the specified location, is responsible for providing high-quality patient care to individuals with complex medical conditions. The role involves collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery during a scheduled assignment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Responsible for managing patient care in a Progressive Care Unit, including neurological, orthopedic, and trauma patients, with a focus on telemetry, chest tubes, and airway management.
- Certifications/Education Requirements: Iowa state license or compact/multistate license required; active American Heart Association or ARC/Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required.
- Experience Requirements: 24 months of current Medical Surgical, Intermediate Care Unit, Stepdown, or Progressive Care experience in a hospital or medical center setting required; neurology/neurosurgery and orthopedic care experience highly preferred.
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 48 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: 24 months of current Medical Surgical, IMCU, Stepdown, or Progressive Care experience; active Iowa or multistate license; experience in EKG/telemetry reading; certifications including BLS, ACLS; driver's license.
- Additional Information: Must be willing to float across all campuses; orientation begins on 10/26/2026. No first-time travelers; previous travel experience within 12 months required.
- Submission Requirements: Quick screening via phone call or text from a 405 area code; documentation includes license, certifications, and references.
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.
Des Moines, IA
About
Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city. Located on the Des Moines River in the south-central part of the state, it offers Midwestern charm and a wide range of attractions. Over 800 miles of biking trails and countless others for walking, running or hiking draw outdoor enthusiasts. Just southwest of downtown is Gray's Lake Park, with a 1.9-mile trail that circles the lake, a designated beach area for swimming and boat rentals for those wanting to take out canoes and sailboats. Des Moines is also a wonderful fishing spot for largemouth bass, catfish and crappie. Downtown Historic Court hosts the local farmers' market, one of the best in the country, with vendors from more than 50 Iowa counties selling everything from handcrafted items and flowers to fresh produce, cheeses and meats, and live entertainment while browsing.
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