PCU Registered Nurse
Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse – PCU

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse experience required (higher experience not indicated).
• Strong Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) background preferred.
• Experience with transplant, renal, or high-acuity medical patients is preferred.
• Responsibilities include telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation, advanced respiratory support (BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC), IV insulin protocols and drips, cardiac and vasoactive drips (including titration), central line and PICC management, blood product administration, renal and liver transplant care, and post-procedure recovery (kidney biopsy, paracentesis).
• Use of EPIC charting and Pyxis medication system.
• Call and float responsibilities required within the organization.
• Weekend coverage every other or every third weekend.

Required Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by American Heart Association

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Proficiency in advanced respiratory support (e.g., BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC)
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drips
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Central line and PICC line management skills
• Experience in post-procedure recovery care

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and state fingerprinting (BCI/FBI) with specific codes required.
• Education accreditation confirmation from an accredited nursing program (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA).
• Monthly monitoring through workforce monitoring systems for EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• Pending background check attestation required if fingerprint results are pending at start.
• Employment application and skills checklist required.
• Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager or formal leadership.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within one year of start confirming good health and free of contagious disease.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within one year; TB questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis B (titer or vaccine series; declination accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (adult dose after age 11/12).
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending drug screens allowed).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but strongly recommended.

Additional Information

• Call and float duties required.
• Weekend coverage every other or every third weekend.
• Use of EPIC and Pyxis systems.
• Compliance with dress code and hand hygiene policies required.
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual, ethics, and compliance policies required.
• Fraud, waste, and abuse training certificate required prior to start and updated annually.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with a strong PCU or stepdown background who are comfortable managing high-acuity patients, including transplant and renal cases, and who meet the outlined certification and compliance requirements.