Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lima, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Lima, Ohio. This role involves caring for post-operative cardiac patients, including those with open heart surgery, utilizing advanced cardiac and pulmonary knowledge. The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in accordance with age-specific criteria, while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Ohio or Ohio Compact Registered Nurse license; active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; active American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification; 2 or more years of clinical experience in a similar setting; post-operative open heart care experience; critical care experience; chest tube and drain management; pre- and post-procedure care for patients with radial and femoral access; proficiency in cardiac monitoring including reading and interpreting cardiac rhythm strips; advanced knowledge of cardiac and pulmonary abnormalities; experience with assisting during chest tube removal, managing temporary pacers, and troubleshooting non-invasive ventilation (NIV) devices.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience floating to all units within skill level.
- Additional Information: Candidates must be willing to float to all units within skill level. Limas local traveler policy includes an 8% travel rate reduction.
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 #1297817. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit
About 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.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus