Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Youngstown, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit nursing team in Youngstown, Ohio. This travel Registered Nurse (RN) assignment offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity patient care in a collaborative PCU/Stepdown environment while building valuable Ohio nursing experience.
In this 13-week travel nursing contract, you’ll care for patients with complex medical and neurological needs in a fast-paced setting. If you are an experienced PCU nurse who thrives on critical thinking, teamwork, and delivering exceptional bedside care, this Progressive Care travel nurse job is a strong fit. Youngstown offers a welcoming community with convenient access to city amenities, making it a practical and appealing place to work and live.
Job Details
- Specialty: PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse, Neuro/Stroke preferred
- Setting: Progressive Care Stroke/Peds 8SE Unit
- Employment Type: Travel RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
- Location: Youngstown, OH 44504
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
Job Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice or compact licensure
- Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nurse experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- Neuro/stroke nursing experience preferred
- Comfort working in a Progressive Care Unit or Stepdown environment
- Ability to manage patients with cardiac drips and complex monitoring needs
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity healthcare setting
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care to progressive care patients
- Perform thorough assessments and monitor for changes in patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with best practices and policy
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care
- Monitor telemetry, respond to dysrhythmias, and support patients with cardiac drips
- Provide care for adults and older adults with complex medical and neurological needs
- Prioritize care and respond confidently in rapidly changing clinical situations
- Educate patients and families to support recovery and continuity of care
Apply now to explore this Youngstown, Ohio travel nursing opportunity and join a healthcare team committed to quality patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
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About Youngstown, OH
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Youngstown, OH here's what you should know:- Youngstown's cost of living is 21% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Average summer highs are around 82°F, while winter lows can drop to around 19°F.
- Be prepared for warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Youngstown, with options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- Youngstown is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
- Youngstown has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to industrial history.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the healthcare facilities in the area.
- Youngstown offers a variety of activities including local shops, galleries, bars, restaurants, the Butler Institute of American Art, Steel Museum, Mill Creek Park with walking trails, Fellows Riverside Gardens, golf courses, wineries, breweries, and shopping at local farms and Amish markets.
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