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

PCU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio (Night Shift)

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with this travel nursing opportunity in Columbus, Ohio (zip code 43210). Work at a renowned comprehensive cancer center, gaining experience in oncology and medical-surgical units. Columbus is a top destination for healthcare professionals, offering vibrant arts, dining, and welcoming neighborhoods—perfect for travel nurses seeking professional growth and a rewarding lifestyle.

PCU Nursing Job Details

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

Healthcare Setting: Comprehensive Cancer Center – Inpatient Nursing Float Pool (PCU)

Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 10/20/2025 – End: 1/19/2026)

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

Hours per Week: 36

Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1940-$1990

Employment Type: Travel nursing job

Orientation: Comprehensive onboarding with bedside orientation

Self-scheduling: Enter your preferred schedule requests

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of high acuity PCU or higher-level clinical nursing experience

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

Previous travel nursing experience required

Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Proficiency with Epic charting system

Ability to float to MedSurg and PCU Oncology units

Two professional references (one from a manager/director or formal leadership)

Oncology nursing experience preferred but not required

Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a comprehensive cancer center

Float between oncology and MedSurg units (BMT, Acute Leukemia, Hematology, Medical Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Urology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, Corrections Healthcare)

Implement infection prevention and fall prevention protocols

Manage patient ratios (PCU: 1:3, may be 1:4 with mixed acuity)

Utilize Epic for clinical documentation and charting

Perform specialized procedures: blood product administration, central line care, chemotherapy administration (if certified), arterial line management, wound care, telemetry monitoring

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, rapid response)

Participate in orientation and ongoing professional development

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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #407540. 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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