Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,836 per week

Company : Planet Healthcare

Location : Columbia, SC, 29228

Posted Date : 1 November 2025

Job Type : Contractor

Category : Nursing

Occupation : Nurse

Job Details

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/10/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel

Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse Job – Columbia, South Carolina

Advance your nursing career as a Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) in Columbia, South Carolina (zip code 29204). This travel nursing job offers the opportunity to work in a leading acute care hospital's Progressive Care Unit while experiencing the vibrant culture, rich history, and scenic parks of Columbia. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in patient care in one of South Carolina's top healthcare destinations.

PCU RN Job Details – Columbia, SC

Estimated Weekly Salary: $1570 - $1680
Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract (November 10, 2025 – February 9, 2026)
Healthcare Setting: Acute Care Hospital, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Shifts: 3x12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), 36 hours per week
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, as needed
Patient Ratio: 1:4
Charting System: Epic EMR
Scrub Color: Royal Blue
Parking: Free parking pass for downtown lots and garages

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN experience
Previous travel nursing experience required
Active South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license (must be active before start date)
BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications required
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification preferred
Proficiency with Epic electronic medical records (EMR) required
Experience managing a 1:4 patient ratio
Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
Ability to float within scope to meet facility needs

PCU RN Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in the Progressive Care Unit
Monitor and manage patients with cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and post-surgical conditions
Administer medications, manage IVs, and perform wound care
Interpret telemetry and manage cardiac dysrhythmias
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and social services
Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR
Participate in emergency response, especially during hurricane season (June–November)
Float to similar nursing units as required

Ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Apply now for this travel PCU RN job in Columbia, SC and join a supportive healthcare team dedicated to excellence in patient care. Explore rewarding South Carolina nursing jobs and make a positive impact today!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.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 #417800. 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