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

Registered Nurse – PCU (Night Shift)

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

Job Details

• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: Weekdays and some weekends
• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Key Responsibilities:

  • Start and manage IVs
  • Administer medications safely
  • Monitor vital signs and patient responses
  • Educate patients on treatments and self-care
  • Collaborate with the care team on patient plans
  • Use EPIC EMR for charting
  • Float to lower acuity units as needed
  • Follow hospital policies and maintain patient safety

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) nursing experience, with at least 1 year within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (Ohio-specific codes apply)
• Education must be from an accredited nursing program (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA)
• License verification and NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start
• Completion of a medication/pharmacology competency exam prior to start
• Unit-specific competency exams required
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required within 1 year of start and updated annually (with remediation process if failed)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and freedom from contagious disease
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending drug screens allowed)
• Required immunizations and health documentation:

  • Tdap (adult dose after age 11/12)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
  • TB questionnaire in lieu of annual TB test renewal
  • 2 MMR vaccines or positive titers for Rubeola, Mumps, and Rubella
  • Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer (medical exemption requires documentation)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (10/1–3/31)
• Fit mask testing required annually for inpatient/patient-facing roles starting 7/13/2026 (onsite fit testing available if needed)
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training certificate required prior to start and updated annually
• Background check and fingerprinting results must be clear before start; pending fingerprint attestations accepted under specific conditions

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references required; at least one must be from a manager or formal leadership (charge RN acceptable as second reference)
• Employment application and skills checklist required
• Adherence to dress code and hand hygiene policies
• Annual acknowledgment of ethics and compliance policies
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgment required annually
• NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on unit (check with recruiter)
• Parking options available for agency staff (details provided separately)

Notes

• Candidates must complete all required documentation and certifications prior to or shortly after start date as specified.
• Some certifications (e.g., ACLS) may be required depending on unit assignment; check with recruiter for specifics.
• Candidates with gaps in employment over 30 days with this facility may require updated health and background documentation.
• EPIC EMR experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Floating to lower acuity units may be required.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a progressive care setting on night shifts with a supportive team and access to advanced electronic medical records.