Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 01/12/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

PCU Registered Nurse Jobs – Travel Nursing Opportunity in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel contract as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Columbus, Ohio (ZIP 43210). Join a top-rated hospital's neuro-surgical PCU team and provide specialized clinical care in one of Ohio's leading healthcare facilities. Discover why Columbus is a premier destination for healthcare professionals, offering a welcoming community, diverse culture, and vibrant arts scene.

PCU Nursing Job Details

Location: Columbus, Ohio (ZIP 43210) – Ohio nursing jobs

Unit: 8 BSH Neuro Surgery – Progressive Care Unit

Contract Type: Travel RN contract

Start Date: December 15, 2025

End Date: March 16, 2026

Duration: 13-week nursing contract

Shift: Night shifts, 3x12-hour (19:00 - 07:30)

Hours per Week: 36

Estimated Weekly Pay: $1940-$1990

Patient Ratios: 1:3-4

Float Requirement: Willingness to float to different hospital units

Weekend/Holiday Coverage: Rotating weeknights, weekends, and holidays

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required)

Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or Medical-Surgical nursing experience

Travel nursing experience preferred

Graduate of ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

EPIC charting experience required

Ability to provide 2 professional references (one from a manager/director or formal leader)

Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process after contract signing

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality patient care to adult and geriatric populations in a neuro-surgical PCU setting

Manage patient ratios of 1:3-4 for safe and effective care

Float to various hospital units as needed

Utilize EPIC for clinical documentation and charting

Perform specialized procedures including lumbar drains and EVD monitoring

Administer blood products, cardiac drips, and insulin protocols

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams: IV, PT, RT, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy

Care for patients with neurological diagnoses: epilepsy, Guillain-Barre, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, stroke, traumatic brain injury

Follow isolation precautions and infection control protocols

Participate in rotating weekend and holiday coverage

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. 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 Job ID #430725. 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: PCU

About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

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