Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,177 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: 10/05/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) - Travel Contract in Columbus, Ohio PCU Registered Nurse travel contract in Columbus, OH for an experienced RN seeking a 13-week night-shift opportunity in a fast-paced cardiac stepdown and progressive care environment. Located in the 43203 area of Columbus, this role offers a welcoming Central Ohio setting with the convenience of an accessible city location. This Columbus, Ohio nursing job is ideal for a telemetry-savvy nurse with strong critical thinking skills who enjoys providing high-quality care to adult patients in a collaborative inpatient setting. Job Details Setting: Progressive Care Unit / Cardiac Stepdown Location: Columbus, OH Assignment Length: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour nights Schedule: 3 shifts per week, every other weekend, with weekdays and some weekends as needed Hours Per Week: 36 Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 - $2,040 Start Date: 10/5/2026 Unit Highlights: 24-bed cardiovascular inpatient unit with progressive care capabilities Orientation: 24 hours Charting System: Epic Job Requirements Minimum 2 years of recent Registered Nurse (RN) experience Current RN license in hand at time of submission Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Epic EMR experience required Experience with telemetry, cardiac stepdown, and intermediate care preferred Ability to perform IV starts and manage IV insulin drips preferred Strong knowledge of dysrhythmia interpretation and management Comfortable floating to units of equivalent or lower acuity Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program preferred Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care to adult progressive care and cardiac stepdown patients Monitor and assess patients with conditions such as chest pain, heart failure, EKG changes, and pulmonary embolism Interpret telemetry and respond appropriately to changes in patient status Administer medications and treatments while maintaining safe, evidence-based patient care Perform IV starts, manage peripheral lines, and support patients receiving IV insulin therapy Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, and rapid response resources Maintain strong communication, documentation, and teamwork in a busy inpatient hospital environment Float within comparable or lower-acuity units as needed Apply now to join a rewarding travel nursing opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and make an immediate impact as a PCU RN. 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 511589. 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. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.