GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Columbus, Ohio Travel Nursing Contract
Apply for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) travel nurse contract in Columbus, Ohio, caring for high-acuity oncology and telemetry patients. This 16-week Registered Nurse assignment offers the opportunity to build advanced progressive care skills in a collaborative Medical Oncology PCU. Columbus is a vibrant, welcoming city known for its diverse neighborhoods, excellent dining, cultural attractions, and extensive parks and trails.
PCU Travel RN Job Details
- Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940–$2,040
- Location: Columbus, Ohio
- Start Date: November 16, 2026
- Contract Length: 16 weeks
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week; rotating days and nights
- Shift Options: Day shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; night shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
- Patient Population: Adult oncology and telemetry patients, including solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
- Unit Profile: 36-bed oncology telemetry unit with more than 24 PCU-level beds
- Typical Ratios: 1:3 for PCU patients and 1:4–5 for medical-surgical telemetry patients
- Floating: May be required to float to another PCU or Medical-Surgical Oncology unit of equivalent or lower acuity
Progressive Care Travel Nurse Requirements
- At least 2 years of current acute care Registered Nurse experience, including at least 1 year of high-acuity PCU experience
- Recent, consistent acute care nursing experience within the past 12 months
- Current Registered Nurse license valid in Ohio or a valid compact RN license in hand at the time of submission
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications
- Experience with Epic electronic health records
- Strong telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation skills
- Ability to provide safe care for high-acuity patients and float as needed
- Graduation from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
- Two professional references, including at least one reference from a supervisor, manager, director, or other formal leader
- Oncology experience is preferred but not required; ICU or PCU experience is highly valued
PCU Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for progressive care, oncology, and telemetry patients
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Manage central lines, PICC lines, ports, peripheral IVs, feeding tubes, chest tubes, surgical drains, and tracheostomies
- Administer blood products, manage PCA therapy, and follow heparin and insulin protocols
- Manage cardiac infusions, including titratable drips, according to clinical protocols and scope of practice
- Provide respiratory support using nasal cannula, high-flow nasal cannula, and noninvasive CPAP/BiPAP
- Interpret arterial blood gases and recognize signs of clinical deterioration
- Collaborate with rapid response teams and interdisciplinary partners to support patient safety and optimal outcomes
- Maintain strong infection prevention and fall prevention practices
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in Epic
- Support oncology care processes; chemotherapy administration and monitoring experience is welcomed
Apply now for this Columbus, Ohio travel RN opportunity and join a high-acuity oncology and telemetry care team.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID #527912. 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: PCU
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