RN Progressive Care Unit (PCU) (with $7,500 Completion Bonus)

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (Travel)

Location: Columbus, OH
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Nights
Pay: $2,127.60/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Position Overview

ATC Healthcare is seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel contract in Columbus, Ohio. This unit specializes in lower-acuity cardiac and surgical progressive care, caring for patients recovering from cardiac and vascular procedures such as CABG, TAVR, stents, and grafts. The ideal candidate has strong cardiac telemetry and step-down experience, is proficient in Epic, and is comfortable floating within units of equivalent or lower acuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled nursing care to progressive care and cardiac surgical patients
• Monitor telemetry, arterial lines, and hemodynamic stability for patients post-CABG, valve repair, and vascular procedures
• Administer medications and manage cardiac, heparin, and insulin drips (non-titration)
• Provide wound, drain, and chest tube management, as well as TR band and sheath removal when needed
• Perform IV starts, blood product administration, and central/PICC line maintenance
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in Epic EMR
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care
• Float to other PCU or telemetry units as needed
• Maintain patient safety standards, infection control, and proper equipment use

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN license or Compact State RN license (required)
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience (required)
• Cardiac experience preferred
• Certifications required: BLS and ACLS (AHA)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skills required: IV start, telemetry monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation, central line and sheath management, wound vac, and oxygen therapy
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Must be able to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and recent tuberculosis test required
• Compliance with Ohio fingerprinting requirements - candidate must complete fingerprints promptly upon signing the contract

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.