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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse – PCU Nights

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

Job Description

• Work primarily night shifts (3x12-hour shifts) on weekdays and some weekends.
• Provide nursing care in Progressive Care Unit (PCU).
• Start and manage IVs.
• Administer medications safely.
• Monitor vital signs and patient responses.
• Educate patients on treatments and self-care.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team on patient care plans.
• Use EPIC EMR for documentation.
• May 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 nursing experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU), with at least some experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Intravenous (IV) therapy certification.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) certification.

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA provider or instructor accepted.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – May be required depending on unit.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam – Required within 1 year of start and updated annually (with some unit exceptions).
• Unit-specific competency exams may be required.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required prior to start.
• Other certifications (e.g., PALS, NRP, NIH Stroke Certification) may be required depending on unit assignment.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting.
• Education accreditation verification from an accredited nursing program (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA).
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring.
• Pending background check attestation allowed if fingerprint results are pending.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending drug screens allowed).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and freedom from contagious disease.
• Immunizations and health requirements including:

  • Tdap vaccine (adult dose after age 11/12).
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable).
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (mask required if declining).
• Annual review and acknowledgment of dress code, hand hygiene, ethics, and compliance policies.
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training certificate required prior to start and updated annually.
• Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager or formal leadership.

Additional Information

• Parking permits available for purchase (details not included here).
• Fingerprinting must be completed using specific state codes and within 1 year of start.
• Candidates with a break in service of 90+ days may require new fingerprinting.
• Background check and fingerprinting results with hits require additional documentation and adjudication.
• Candidates must complete all required documentation and certifications prior to or shortly after start.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs seeking a travel contract in a progressive care setting with night shifts and opportunities to float to other units. Strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential.