Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,218 per week

Staffmax Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lima, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline:

RN
Start Date:

07/14/2026
Duration:

13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:

12 hours, days
Employment Type:

Travel
This position is for a Registered Nurse working night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM with a guaranteed 36 hours per week. The RN will provide specialized cardiac and post-operative care for patients recovering from open-heart procedures and other complex cardiovascular conditions. Working within a hospital’s cardiac care environment, the nurse is responsible for delivering comprehensive patient care while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. The RN will assess patient conditions, implement individualized care plans, and monitor recovery following cardiac procedures. The role requires strong clinical judgment, advanced cardiac knowledge, and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition. The nurse will also assist with coordinating care and supporting non-RN staff to ensure effective and safe patient care throughout each shift.

Requirements:
Candidates must hold an active Registered Nurse license in Ohio or a Compact license and maintain current American Heart Association Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications. A minimum of two years of nursing experience is required. Candidates must also have experience providing post-operative care for open-heart surgery patients. Experience managing chest tubes and other surgical drains is required. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in cardiac monitoring, including interpreting rhythm strips and responding appropriately to cardiac rhythm changes. Advanced knowledge of cardiac and pulmonary conditions is required. Experience assisting with procedures such as chest tube removal, removal of pericardial pacing wires, and management of temporary pacing devices is necessary. Candidates must also have experience supporting oxygen therapy and non-invasive ventilation systems.
Staffmax Healthcare Job ID #18690437. 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: Registered Nurse:Progressive Care ,07:00:00-19:00:00
About Staffmax Healthcare

Staffmax Healthcare Recruitment Services specializes in the temporary, per diem, and permanent recruitment of healthcare professionals for hospitals, long term care facilities, private practices, clinics, family medical groups, and more. Staffmax provides a comprehensive and collaborative approach to helping medical practitioners and corporations grow their practices.

With a professional approach, we help discover, attract, and select healthcare professionals who fit into and complement your existing team. We work on both contingency and retained search agreements and customize each Recruitment mandate to meet the unique needs of each client organization.