Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,115 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

PCU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio (Acute Leukemia & Hematology)

Advance your nursing career with a high-demand Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse travel contract in Columbus, Ohio (43210). Join a leading healthcare team in a state-of-the-art tower specializing in Acute Leukemia and Hematology, providing expert care for adult and geriatric patients. Discover rewarding travel nursing opportunities in Columbus, a top destination for Ohio healthcare professionals.

PCU Travel Nurse Job Details

Location : Columbus, OH 43210 (Ohio nursing jobs)

Unit : 15 East – Acute Leukemia and Hematology (No Chemo Certification Required)

Job Type : Travel Registered Nurse Contract (PCU RN)

Shift : Night, 3x12-Hour Shifts (19 : 00 - 07 : 30)

Hours per Week : 36

Assignment Length : 16 weeks (Start : 12 / 1 / 2025 – End : 3 / 23 / 2026)

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1,940 - $1,990

Orientation : First week Mon-Fri dayshift; second week 36 hours on-unit with preceptor

Self-Scheduling : Requests accommodated before finalizing schedule

Weekend Coverage : Variable, based on unit needs

Float Requirement : May float to other MedSurg Oncology units

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience in PCU, Progressive Care, or related specialty (PCU nurse jobs)

Previous travel nursing experience required

Active compact or Ohio RN license required at time of submission

Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

BLS and ACLS certifications required (American Heart Association preferred)

NIHSS certification preferred

Proficiency with EPIC electronic health record (EHR) system

Two professional references required (one from a manager / director or formal leadership)

Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver specialized nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with acute leukemia and hematology diagnoses

Administer blood products, IV antibiotics, and electrolyte therapies

Implement infection prevention and patient fall protocols

Perform telemetry monitoring and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias

Manage central and peripheral lines, including PICC line care and blood draws

Initiate and maintain IV therapy and perform phlebotomy

Respond to rapid response team activations as needed

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, etc.)

Document patient care accurately using the EPIC charting system

Float to other MedSurg Oncology units as required

Experience the professional growth and lifestyle benefits of travel nursing in Columbus, Ohio. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in the lives of patients battling acute leukemia and hematology conditions. Apply now to start your next rewarding PCU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Ohio!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #419097. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : PCU

About Planet Healthcare

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professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to

uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your

advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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