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PCU Registered Nurse Jobs – Locum Tenens Travel Nursing Opportunity in Columbus, Ohio
Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with this locum tenens travel contract in Columbus, Ohio (ZIP 43210). Join a leading healthcare team and provide exceptional clinical support in a neuro surgery unit while enjoying all that Columbus has to offer. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs seeking Ohio nursing jobs in a vibrant city known for its diverse culture and thriving healthcare community.
PCU Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Columbus, Ohio (ZIP 43210) – Ohio healthcare jobs
• Unit: PCU – Neuro Surgery Unit (8 BSH Neuro Surgery)
• Position Type: Locum tenens / Travel Registered Nurse contract
• Start Date: September 22, 2025
• End Date: December 22, 2025
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shifts: Night shifts, 3x12-hour (19:00 – 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1940-$1990
• Patient Ratios: 1:3-4
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Floating: Required to float to other hospital units as needed
• Weekend/Holiday Coverage: Rotating weeknights, weekends, and holidays

PCU RN Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Ohio state or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or Med-Surg nursing experience
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic health record (EHR) system
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after contract signing
• Two professional references required (including one from a nurse manager, director, or formal leadership)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions accepted)

PCU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care to adult and geriatric populations in a fast-paced PCU neuro surgery setting
• Manage patient assignments with ratios of 1:3-4 to ensure safe and effective nursing care
• Float to various hospital units as needed to provide clinical support
• Utilize EPIC for accurate and timely nursing documentation
• Perform specialized neuro procedures, including lumbar drains and EVD monitoring
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams: IV, Physical Therapy, Respiratory, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and more
• Care for patients with neurological diagnoses such as epilepsy, Guillain-Barre, multiple sclerosis (MS), myasthenia gravis, stroke, and traumatic brain injury
• Maintain compliance with all credentialing and regulatory deadlines

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now for this PCU Registered Nurse travel job in Columbus, Ohio, and join a top healthcare team dedicated to patient care and professional growth!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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