PCU RN
Columbus, OH
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible, Rotating
Referral Bonus

# Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology PCU – Ohio

Start Date: December 14, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Competitive salary with streamlined offer process. Details provided to qualified applicants.

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights/combination based on departmental needs). Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period. Weekend coverage variable based on unit needs. 72 hours orientation provided.

Highlights:

• 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care
• Patient ratios: 1:3 for PCU patients, 1:4-5 for Medical-Surgical Telemetry patients
• High-acuity patient population including solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
• Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams
• Equipment includes GE telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, and PCA pumps
• Oncology experience preferred but not required; nurses with strong ICU and PCU backgrounds thrive in this environment

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience, with at least 1 year of current PCU experience
• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Certifications: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Willingness to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Strong clinical skills including dysrhythmia interpretation, IV therapy, central line management, port access, blood product administration, feeding tube management, and use of rapid response teams

Required Clinical Competencies:

• Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation
• Peripheral, central, and PICC line care and management
• Accessing and managing ports
• Blood product administration
• Heparin protocols and cardiac drip management
• PCA pump operation
• Chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac systems)
• Respiratory support: CPAP/BiPAP, High Flow Nasal Cannula, tracheostomy management
• Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) interpretation
• Feeding tube care and management

Preferred Clinical Skills:

• Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
• Cardiac drip titration and dysrhythmia management
• IV insulin protocols and insulin drip titration
• Wound care and wound VAC management
• Arterial line management
• Surgical drain management
• Phlebotomy

Special Compliance Notes:

• Ohio fingerprinting required immediately upon contract signing; strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date
• Out-of-state candidates within driving distance must travel to Ohio for fingerprinting; remote candidates will receive mailed fingerprinting packets
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Two professional references required: at least one from a manager/director or formal supervisor; charge nurse acceptable for second reference
• Former facility employees eligible after 6+ months separation; current employees ineligible

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• One pre-approved time off period available
• Multiple parking options available through facility partner (costs and availability subject to change)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work with a diverse, high-acuity oncology patient population while developing advanced progressive care skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment. The unit maintains a strong focus on infection prevention and patient safety, supported by robust interdisciplinary collaboration. With comprehensive orientation and access to rapid response teams, you'll have the resources needed to deliver exceptional patient care while advancing your clinical expertise in medical oncology and progressive care nursing.