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

Company : Planet Healthcare

Location : Columbus, OH, 43224

Posted Date : 3 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 Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/17/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel

PCU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio (Night Shift)

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with this travel nursing opportunity in Columbus, Ohio (zip code 43210). Work at a renowned comprehensive cancer center, gaining experience in oncology and medical-surgical units. Columbus is a top destination for healthcare professionals, offering vibrant arts, dining, and welcoming neighborhoods—perfect for travel nurses seeking professional growth and a rewarding lifestyle.

PCU Nursing Job Details

Location: Columbus, Ohio (43210) – Ohio nursing jobs
Healthcare Setting: Comprehensive Cancer Center – Inpatient Nursing Float Pool (PCU)
Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 10/20/2025 – End: 1/19/2026)
Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30)
Hours per Week: 36
Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1940-$1990
Employment Type: Travel nursing job
Orientation: Comprehensive onboarding with bedside orientation
Self-scheduling: Enter your preferred schedule requests

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of high acuity PCU or higher-level clinical nursing experience
Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
Previous travel nursing experience required
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Proficiency with Epic charting system
Ability to float to MedSurg and PCU Oncology units
Two professional references (one from a manager/director or formal leadership)
Oncology nursing experience preferred but not required
Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a comprehensive cancer center
Float between oncology and MedSurg units (BMT, Acute Leukemia, Hematology, Medical Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Urology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, Corrections Healthcare)
Implement infection prevention and fall prevention protocols
Manage patient ratios (PCU: 1:3, may be 1:4 with mixed acuity)
Utilize Epic for clinical documentation and charting
Perform specialized procedures: blood product administration, central line care, chemotherapy administration (if certified), arterial line management, wound care, telemetry monitoring
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, pharmacy, rapid response)
Participate in orientation and ongoing professional development

Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career in Columbus, 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 #407540. 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