Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Youngstown, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Travel RN (PCU) – Night Shift | 13-week contract in Youngstown, OH with competitive pay and a supportive acute care team. Join our Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown team and advance your travel nursing career in Youngstown, Ohio (zip 44504). Youngstown offers a vibrant community with affordable living, a revitalized downtown, and close proximity to cultural attractions such as the Butler Institute of American Art, Mill Creek Park, and a variety of local restaurants and entertainment venues. Experience the welcoming atmosphere and rich history of Mahoning County while making a difference in patient care.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1800 - $1890
• Location: Youngstown, Ohio (zip 44504) — travel nursing assignment in Mahoning County
• Position Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing (local candidates not accepted)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 4, 2026 – August 3, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour Nights (Night Shift – PCU Nurse)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Unit: PCU / Stepdown Unit 8S - OBS / Intermediate Care (16 beds)
• Patient Ratios: 1:4-5 (subject to change based on staffing)

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in Ohio or compact state (required) — Ohio nursing license preferred
• BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
• NIH Stroke Certification and Dysrhythmia Exam (required; study guide available)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience (required) with preference for acute care or PCU/stepdown experience
• 6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred)
• EPIC EHR experience, Critical Care Course, CCRN or PCCN (preferred)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (preferred)
• Navy blue scrubs required

PCU / Travel RN Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, and evaluate outcomes
• Safely administer medications and IV infusions, including titratable cardiac drips pending transfer
• Monitor telemetry and manage patients with chest pain, post heart cath care, TIA/stroke, seizures, neuro/spine post-op, and other intermediate care needs
• Care for patients with central lines, wound vacs, hemovacs, JP drains, feeding tubes, and advanced respiratory modalities (BiPAP, CPAP, High Flow NC)
• Provide pre/post cath care and coordinate timely transfers to higher levels of care when needed
• Serve as the point of contact for interdisciplinary teams, communicate patient status updates, and document care accurately (EPIC experience a plus)
• Act as a patient safety advocate, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and support patient and family education
• Maintain professionalism, practice self-care, and ensure patient privacy and compliance with facility policies

Apply now to join our travel nursing team as a PCU Registered Nurse in Youngstown, Ohio. Submit your resume, current RN license, and certifications to be considered for this immediate travel RN opportunity. Join our healthcare team today!

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