Travel Contract

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

$2,035/week

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Overview

Start Date11/09/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration8 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,035/week

Benefits

401k retirement plan
Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) registered nurse position in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized patient care in the PCU setting, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and documentation protocols, with scheduled shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Job Details

Position Description: SWRatePlan: Standard NOC Shift: 19:00- 07:00; Experience in PCU required with a minimum of 2 years dedicated full-time in the Progressive Care Unit. Experience with floating to PCU, Telemetry, or Medical-Surgical units without full-time PCU experience does not qualify. A PCU checklist is mandatory, along with the standard submission packet items.
Certifications and Education: Valid BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are required; experience with Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Additional Information: No on-call duties will be assigned.

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 #1334210. 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

3.6rating(125 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with 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 Meriden, CT

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Meriden, CT here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living

Weather

Average summer highs of 82°F and lows of 61°F, average winter highs of 37°F and lows of 20°F

Furnished Housing

Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find

Transportation

Car friendly city with limited public transportation options

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, various sports facilities, and outdoor activities in nearby parks and hiking trails

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