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

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

Start Date: November 30, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Day shift, 36 hours per week

Highlights:

• 31-bed medical-surgical unit with average daily census of 25 patients, primarily serving medicine teaching services
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
• 24-hour orientation period provided to support successful onboarding
• Float opportunities within the organization to expand clinical experience
• Adult patient population with diverse medical diagnoses including COPD, CKD, bacteremia, anemia/GIB, and general medicine cases
• First-time travelers welcome (profiles subject to manager review for candidates with only 1 year of experience)

Requirements:

• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year of progressive care or stepdown nursing experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Must demonstrate competency with CPAP/BiPAP management and cardiac medication titrations
• Must be charge-capable for night shift coverage
• Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required (at least 1 from manager/director or formal leadership; charge RN acceptable for second reference)
• Willingness to float to different units within the organization as needed
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process immediately upon contract signing

Essential Clinical Skills:

• Telemetry monitoring and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Non-invasive airway management including High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
• Chest tube management (Emerson/PleurEvac systems)
• Tracheostomy care and management
• Feeding tube care, PCA pumps, and peripheral line management
• Wound care including wound vac therapy
• Heparin protocols and cardiac drip titration
• Proper utilization of Rapid Response and Code teams

Compliance Requirements:

• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
• COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions
• Former employees eligible after 6 months separation from facility
• Current employees of this organization are ineligible for travel positions

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This progressive care position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a collaborative teaching environment supported by comprehensive interdisciplinary teams. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex medical patients while being part of a facility that values professional growth and provides robust clinical support systems. The setting allows you to enhance your critical care skills while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals committed to quality patient outcomes.