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

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio (ZIP 43210). Join a leading healthcare team in a high-acuity oncology telemetry unit, providing specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Columbus is a top destination for Ohio nursing jobs, offering a vibrant community, cultural attractions, and beautiful parks—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking rewarding healthcare jobs.

PCU Nursing Job Details

Location: Columbus, OH 43210
Estimated Weekly Salary: $1940-$1990
Assignment Length: 13-16 weeks
Start Date: January 5, 2026
End Date: April 27, 2026
Shift: 3x12-hour nights (19:00 - 07:30); day/night shift options available
Hours per Week: 36
Healthcare Setting: 36-bed Oncology Telemetry Unit (over 24 beds PCU level)
Self-scheduling: Enter your preferred schedule requests
Orientation: 1 week dayshift, 1 week on-unit with preceptor

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (compact or Ohio state license required at submission)
Minimum 1 year of recent high-acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience
2 years of oncology nursing experience preferred
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Experience with Epic electronic health record (EHR) system
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
Two professional references (one from a manager/director or supervisor)
Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality patient care to oncology, orthopedic, and thoracic oncology patients in a progressive care setting
Monitor and interpret telemetry and cardiac dysrhythmias
Administer blood products, manage central and peripheral IV lines, and perform port access procedures
Manage cardiac drips (no titration), PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation
Provide tracheostomy care, feeding tube management, and advanced wound care
Respond to rapid response/code situations and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Maintain strict infection prevention protocols and ensure patient safety/fall prevention
Float to other PCU or MedSurg Oncology units as needed

Experience the energy of Columbus and grow your nursing career with this exceptional travel healthcare job. Apply now to join our progressive care nursing team and make a difference in patient lives!

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.

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

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

Our Methodology

Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401k retirement plan
Weekly pay
Referral bonus

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

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