PCU | RN
PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Locum Tenens Nursing Job in Akron, Ohio
Seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a locum tenens travel contract in Akron, Ohio (zip code 44304). Join a leading healthcare team in a state-of-the-art vascular and cardiac telemetry unit and advance your nursing career in one of Ohio’s top healthcare facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for RNs looking for Ohio nursing jobs in a vibrant, supportive environment.
Compensation
- Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $2020 - $2070 per week
- Location: Akron, Ohio 44304 (Ohio healthcare jobs)
- Facility Setting: Vascular and Cardiac Telemetry – Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Employment Type: Locum Tenens / Travel Nursing Contract
- Start Date: September 14, 2025
- End Date: December 13, 2025
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-Hour Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Patient Ratio: 1:5
- Scrubs: Black scrubs required
- Active RN license (Ohio or compact state; verification via Nursys)
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/Telemetry RN experience
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke certifications
- Accredited nursing degree (ACEN or CCNE)
- Recent Epic EMR experience (documented within past 12 months)
- Pre and post cardiac catheterization and vascular surgery experience
- Sheath pulling experience preferred
- Ability to pass competency and skills exams
- Up to 7 days of requested time off (RTO) allowed at submission
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients in a progressive care (PCU) setting
- Monitor and manage patients with vascular and cardiac conditions
- Perform pre and post cardiac catheterization care
- Support vascular surgery patients throughout recovery
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes
- Accurately document care and interventions in Epic EMR
- Maintain compliance with hospital and healthcare policies
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:
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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