PCU | RN

Overview Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse position in Columbus, Ohio (zip code 43210). This locum tenens RN assignment offers the opportunity to work in a top-rated Ohio healthcare facility, gain valuable clinical experience, and contribute to patient care in a dynamic city environment. Job Details Job Title: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel/Locum Tenens Location: Columbus, OH 43210 Unit: 8 West Rhodes Progressive Care Employment Type: Travel RN assignment (locum tenens) Shifts: Rotating Day (07:00 - 19:30) and Night (19:00 - 07:30) shifts Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts Hours per Week: 36 Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: October 20, 2025 End Date: January 19, 2026 Schedule: Weekdays, some weekends, rotating holidays; self-scheduling On-call: Required Patient Ratio: 1:3 Estimated Weekly Pay: $1940–$1990 Qualifications Minimum 2 years of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN experience Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (compact or Ohio state RN license) ACLS and BCLS certifications required Experience with Epic electronic charting system Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program Previous travel nursing experience preferred Community hospital RN experience required Trauma Level I or II experience preferred Willingness to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only) Two professional references required (one from a manager/director or formal leadership) Responsibilities Deliver high-quality nursing care to PCU patients with cardiac and complex medical needs Manage chronic ventilated and post-lung transplant patients Perform IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and arterial/central line management Administer blood products and titrate cardiac, vasoactive, and insulin drips Interpret arterial blood gases and cardiac dysrhythmias Care for ventilated patients, manage tracheostomies, feeding tubes, and wound vacs Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, etc.) Float to other nursing units as needed within the hospital Participate in rapid response and code teams Maintain accurate clinical documentation using Epic Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About the Employer For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurses and other healthcare professionals in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions. Our team works to deliver competitive salaries and benefits and to connect you with opportunities that align with your skills and goals. Explore 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr GHR Healthcare