PCU Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Ohio

Start Date: September 8, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) per week. Rotating weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Float capability required across multiple units as needed.

Highlights:

• Progressive Care Unit with a primary focus on stroke and neurological patient populations, including post-neurosurgery and traumatic brain injury cases
• Estimated patient ratio of 1:4
• EPIC charting system utilized throughout the organization
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Rapid Response Teams, and more
• Special procedures include TNK administration, lumbar drains, EEG monitoring, and craniotomy care
• Adult patient population with diverse medical-surgical and neurological diagnoses

Requirements:

• Valid Ohio RN license or compact state license (must be in hand at time of application)
• Minimum one year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Core clinical skills: blood product administration, heparin protocols, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, craniotomy care, CVA management, intracranial bleeds, post-TPA care, traumatic brain injury, isolation precautions/PPE, oxygen administration, and peripheral line management
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager, director, or formal leadership role)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Completion of Ohio fingerprinting process required immediately upon contract signing

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work with a specialized neurological patient population in a progressive care setting supported by a robust interdisciplinary team. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex stroke patients, post-neurosurgical cases, and critical neuro conditions while utilizing advanced clinical skills in a collaborative, resource-rich environment. This role is ideal for progressive care nurses seeking to expand their expertise in neurological nursing within a large academic medical center setting.