Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,192 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Canton, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Respiratory Stepdown – Canton, Ohio Apply for a 13-week PCU travel nurse contract in Canton, Ohio, caring for high-acuity respiratory, cardiac, renal, and medical patients. Join a specialized respiratory stepdown team in a 26-bed progressive care unit where Registered Nurses provide close monitoring, complex medical support, and patient-centered care alongside experienced clinical and ancillary staff. Canton offers a welcoming community with convenient access to city amenities, parks, dining, and cultural attractions. Travel Nurse Job Details Location: Canton, Ohio Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Respiratory Stepdown Nursing Contract: 13 weeks, from November 2, 2026 through January 30, 2027 Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,950–$2,060 Schedule: 36 hours per week, with the option to request 48 hours Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts Shift Time: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM Patient Population: Patients with complex respiratory, cardiac, renal, and acute medical conditions Unit: 26 beds with an average daily census of approximately 25 patients Typical Patient Ratio: 1 Registered Nurse to 5 patients Weekend Rotation: Every third weekend Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday Call: No on-call requirement Floating: May float to other stepdown units requiring the same level of care Orientation: Three-day orientation process with onboarding, education, and supervised unit training Dress Code: Ceil blue scrubs PCU Travel Nurse Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license applicable to Ohio At least 2 years of professional nursing experience, preferably in a Progressive Care Unit, stepdown, respiratory, or acute care setting Associate degree or approved nursing certificate Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Valid driver's license Experience with tracheostomy care, chest tube management, peripheral IV starts, and high-flow oxygen Ability to manage continuous infusions, including amiodarone, diltiazem, furosemide, bumetanide, and dobutamine therapies Comfort caring for patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, pneumonia, sepsis, pulmonary embolism, and ventilator needs Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians, respiratory therapists, IV specialists, patient care technicians, and interdisciplinary care teams Progressive Care Unit RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity PCU and respiratory stepdown patients Monitor patients requiring increased observation, high-flow oxygen, continuous infusions, and ventilator support Assess, document, and respond to changes in respiratory, cardiac, renal, and neurological status Administer medications and titrate or monitor ordered therapies in accordance with clinical protocols Perform tracheostomy care, chest tube management, peripheral IV placement, and other appropriate bedside procedures Recognize signs of patient deterioration and promptly escalate concerns to the appropriate provider or rapid response team Coordinate care with hospitalists, respiratory therapy, transport, case management, social work, and discharge services Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, recovery, and discharge needs Accurately document care using Cerner and safely operate unit equipment, including Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing systems, and Philips monitoring equipment Participate in weekend and holiday rotations while maintaining a professional, patient-centered approach Apply now for this Registered Nurse travel contract in Canton, Ohio, and join a collaborative Progressive Care Unit team providing specialized acute care. 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 Job ID 528756. 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 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. 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