PCU Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel PCU Registered Nurse (Surgical Oncology) – Columbus, OH | Night shift | 16-week assignment starting Apr 20, 2026.

Join a dynamic, highly skilled team as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a busy surgical oncology floor in Columbus, Ohio (43210). This travel nurse opportunity is ideal for experienced PCU RNs, surgical oncology nurses, and med-surg nurses seeking a rewarding short-term assignment in a vibrant city with strong arts, dining, and outdoor recreation.

Job Details

• Location: Columbus, OH 43210 (Central Ohio healthcare job)
• Unit: 12 East and West – Surgical Oncology (PCU / Med-Surg, mixed acuity)
• Assignment Type: Travel Nurse / Contract RN
• Start Date: April 20, 2026
• End Date: August 10, 2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour (19:00 – 07:30); may include day/night rotation based on unit needs
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1940 - $2040
• Orientation: 1 week dayshift (Mon–Fri) + 36 hours on-unit with preceptor
• Self-scheduling: Requests accepted prior to final schedule posting

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or progressive care experience within the last 3 years (at least 1 year current specialty experience preferred)
• Active RN license: compact or Ohio state license required at submission (Ohio nursing jobs, travel nurse licensure)
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS required; ONS Chemo certification preferred
• Experience with Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting
• Able to float to other acute care oncology units as needed; strong med-surg and telemetry skills
• Two professional references (one must be a manager, director, or formal leadership reference)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients on a busy surgical oncology PCU/Med-Surg unit
• Care for patients with diverse surgical oncology diagnoses: breast, thyroid, melanoma, hepatobiliary, colorectal, plastics, ortho, and cardiothoracic surgeries
• Administer chemotherapy, blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, insulin infusions, and heparin drips per protocols (ONS chemo experience preferred)
• Respond to oncologic and acute care emergencies, including cytokine release syndrome and rapid response situations
• Manage chest tube care and telemetry monitoring using GE B450 system; perform comprehensive assessments and documentation in Epic
• Use specialized equipment: bladder scanners, Alaris infusion pumps, and Stryker beds
• Maintain rigorous infection prevention, patient fall prevention, and safety protocols
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams including IV therapy, physical therapy (PT), respiratory therapy (RT), radiology, pharmacy, and social services
• Participate in self-scheduling, flexible coverage for weekends/holidays, and unit-based process improvement initiatives

Why Join This Travel Nursing Assignment

• Gain hands-on experience in surgical oncology and progressive care (PCU RN, med-surg, telemetry)
• Work with experienced clinical teams and advanced EHR tools like Epic
• Exposure to complex procedures and critical care coordination in an academic/community hospital setting
• Live in Columbus, OH — a growing city with strong healthcare networks and quality of life

Apply now to be considered for this Travel PCU Registered Nurse position (Surgical Oncology) in Columbus, OH. Submit your RN license, up-to-date certifications, and two professional references to join our healthcare team today. Explore more Ohio nursing jobs and travel nursing opportunities with us.

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