Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Registered Nurse (PCU) – Nights in Columbus, Ohio. Seeking a PCU Registered Nurse with 2+ years recent PCU experience, current RN license (compact or Ohio), ACLS/BLS, and EPIC EHR experience for a 16-week travel nursing assignment in a mixed-acuity surgical oncology unit (PCU/Med-Surg).

Job Details

• Location: Columbus, OH 43210
• Unit: 12 East and West Surgical Oncology - PCU (Mixed Acuity)
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment (Travel Nurse RN)
• Start Date: April 6, 2026
• End Date: July 27, 2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 - 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1940 - $2040 per week
• Orientation: 1 week dayshift classroom, 36 hours on-unit with preceptor
• Self-scheduling: Enter your preferred schedule requests (flexible)
• Staffing Ratios: Goal 1:4, may be 1:5
• Patient Population: Adults and Geriatrics (surgical oncology and med-surg)

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience (within the last 3 years) as a PCU Registered Nurse or Progressive Care Unit RN
• At least 1 year of current specialty experience (surgical oncology or acute care med-surg preferred)
• Active RN license (compact license accepted; Ohio state license required at submission)
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record (EPIC EHR) charting system
• Two professional references (one from a manager, director, or formal leader)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after booking
• Ability to float to other acute care oncology units as needed
• Preferred: ONS Chemo certification (oncology nursing certification preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to surgical oncology patients, including breast, thyroid, melanoma, hepatobiliary, colorectal, and reconstructive plastic surgery diagnoses
• Administer chemotherapy (per facility policy), blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, and manage oncologic emergencies such as cytokine release syndrome
• Manage insulin and heparin drips, chest tubes, tracheostomy care, and post-op surgical nursing tasks
• Interpret and manage cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmias, and other progressive care monitoring
• Utilize specialized equipment including GE telemetry, bladder scanners, Alaris infusion pumps, and Stryker beds
• Maintain strict infection prevention practices and adhere to patient fall protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV team, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and social services
• Participate in self-scheduling and adapt to variable weekend and holiday coverage based on unit needs
• Float to other acute care oncology units as required to support patient care

Why Join This Columbus Travel Nursing Opportunity

• Gain hands-on experience as a surgical oncology PCU RN in a high-performing, collaborative unit
• Work in Columbus, OH near university neighborhoods, parks, arts, and dining (43210 area)
• Expand oncology and progressive care nursing skills, including chemotherapy administration and telemetry management

Apply now to be considered for this Travel Nurse RN opportunity in Columbus, Ohio. Submit your resume, two professional references, and current RN license to join our healthcare team today.

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