Observation Unit RN
Toledo, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel PCU RN opportunity in Toledo, OH: bring your progressive care, telemetry, and acute care skills to a fast-paced mixed-acuity unit serving adults and geriatrics. This travel nursing job is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys PCU, Med Surg Tele, and observation medicine in a collaborative acute care setting. Located in the welcoming Toledo community, you'll have access to a vibrant waterfront city known for its friendly neighborhoods, great local amenities, and easy access to both urban conveniences and outdoor recreation.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,710 - $1,800
• Setting: Mixed PCU / Med Surg Tele / Med Surg Observation Unit
• Location: Toledo, OH 43606
• Shift: Day shift, 12 hours (06:45 - 19:15)
• Duration: 23 weeks
• Start Date: 09/15/2026
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Charting System: Epic required
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Floating: Required within the service line and between nearby facilities as needed
• Schedule Note: Schedules may change with two weeks' notice based on staffing needs

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care RN experience
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Epic experience required
• Comfortable managing intermediate medication drips, including heparin, nitro, cardizem, and insulin
• Experience with telemetry nursing and dysrhythmia management strongly preferred
• Ability to care for observation medicine, PCU, and Med Surg Tele patients
• Must be open to floating within scope to support facility needs
• Must be able to work every other weekend
• First-time travelers may be considered, especially with prior Level I or Level II trauma experience

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality progressive care nursing for patients with chest pain, atrial fibrillation, TIA, CHF, COPD, asthma, dehydration/AKI, syncope, seizures, and post-operative complications
• Monitor telemetry and recognize changes in patient condition promptly
• Assess and manage patients receiving intermediate-level medication drips in accordance with unit protocols
• Support a fast-paced observation unit with typical lengths of stay around 18 to 24 hours
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, and other interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Float as needed within the service line to support unit and facility workflow
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and communicate effectively with the care team
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while adapting to changing unit priorities

If you are an experienced Progressive Care Unit RN, Telemetry Nurse, or Travel Nurse seeking your next healthcare job in Toledo, Ohio, we encourage you to apply now and join a strong acute care team today.

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