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

GHR Healthcare - PH Division 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

Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Night Shift – Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career as a Travel PCU Registered Nurse in Columbus, Ohio (43210). Join a top-tier healthcare team in a 36-bed Oncology Telemetry Progressive Care Unit, providing specialized care to adults, adolescents, and rare pediatric cases. This travel nursing job offers the chance to work in a dynamic clinical environment while enjoying all that Columbus has to offer, including a vibrant arts scene and welcoming community.

PCU RN Job Details – Columbus, Ohio

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

Facility: 36-bed Oncology Telemetry Progressive Care Unit (PCU), including Oncology, Orthopedic, and Sarcoma Transfusion Services

Position Type: Travel Registered Nurse – PCU

Contract Length: 16 weeks (Start: January 12, 2026 – End: May 4, 2026)

Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 - 07:30), 36 hours/week

Estimated Weekly Salary: $1810 - $1940

Self-Scheduling: Submit your preferred schedule requests

Orientation: 1 week classroom (days), 36 hours on-unit with preceptor

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at submission)

Minimum 1 year of recent high-acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience

2 years of oncology nursing experience preferred

Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (required)

Proficiency with Epic electronic medical records (EMR) system

Ability to float to equivalent or lower acuity units as needed

Two professional references (at least one from a nurse manager, director, or formal leadership)

Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions accepted)

PCU RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality patient care to oncology, orthopedic, and thoracic oncology patients in a Progressive Care Unit setting

Monitor and interpret telemetry and cardiac dysrhythmias

Administer blood products, chemotherapy, and manage central, PICC, and peripheral lines

Perform feeding tube care, tracheostomy management, and advanced wound care

Utilize rapid response teams and adhere to infection prevention protocols

Operate specialized clinical equipment: GE telemetry monitors, bladder scanner, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, PCA pumps, continuous bladder irrigation systems

Float to other PCU or MedSurg Oncology units as required

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and social services

Participate in self-scheduling and maintain flexibility for weekend coverage

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

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: 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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #440218. 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 - PH Division

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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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