Progressive Care Unit RN
La Mesa, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,125/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse Location: Not Specified. This role involves providing safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered care to individuals in a specialized clinical environment. The RN will utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, collaborating with healthcare team members to promote optimal health outcomes.
Job Details
- Certifications: California Registered Nurse license, CPR, NIH
- Education: At least three years of recent RN experience working in an RN role, with at least two years in a specialty area; BSN or ADN required
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Additional information: The RN will care for a diverse patient population with individualized assessment and intervention needs. The position may require float duties to PCU units, lower levels of care, or other facilities. Responsibilities include healthcare team coordination, documentation, and patient/family advocacy. Clinical skills include nursing process, individualized assessment, planning, interventions, and patient care conferences.
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 La Mesa, CA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in La Mesa, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high of 80°F and low of 60°F.
- Winter average high of 65°F and low of 45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Consider using online platforms to find options.
- Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries and music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking, and nearby access to professional sports events in San Diego.
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