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

Company: GHR Healthcare - PH Division
Location: Lorain
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lorain, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse Job – Lorain, Ohio Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a travel assignment in Lorain, Ohio (zip code 44053). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern 33-bed PCU/Stepdown unit, providing high-quality care to cardiac, vascular, and med-surg patients. Discover rewarding Ohio nursing jobs in a welcoming community near Lake Erie, with easy access to Cleveland’s top healthcare facilities and cultural attractions. Apply now to make an impact as a travel RN in Northeast Ohio! PCU RN Job Details - Location: Lorain, Ohio (zip 44053) – Northeast Ohio healthcare jobs - Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown (1W) - Setting: 33-bed unit, nurse-to-patient ratios 1:5-6 (nights) - Shift: 12-hour nights - Hours per Week: 36 - Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract - Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse - Start Date: January 5, 2026 - End Date: April 4, 2026 - Scrubs: Navy blue - Ancillary Support: PCAs, unit secretary, phlebotomy - Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1570 - $1680 PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications - Active RN license in Ohio or compact state (Ohio nursing license required) - Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience - 2 years of PCU/Stepdown nursing experience preferred - BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Certification required - Dysrhythmia Exam required (study guide provided) - Experience with EPIC EHR preferred - Travel nursing experience a plus, but not required PCU RN Responsibilities - Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments; develop and implement individualized care plans - Administer medications and manage cardiac drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Lasix, Heparin, Insulin) - Monitor and interpret telemetry strips each shift using EPIC - Provide care for patients with cardiac telemetry, vascular, med-surg, post-cath, and post-pacemaker needs - Manage lines, drains, and devices (PICC lines, dialysis catheters, PEG tubes, ostomies, foleys, chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vacs) - Utilize advanced respiratory modalities (tracheostomies, BiPAP, CPAP, heated high flow, nasal cannulas) - Coordinate patient care with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and serve as a patient advocate - Educate patients and families, supporting them through illness and recovery - Practice in accordance with evidence-based standards, clinical protocols, and patient safety guidelines Join our healthcare team in Lorain, Ohio, and take the next step in your travel nursing career. Apply today for this high-demand PCU Registered Nurse job! 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 440075. 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 GHR Healthcare - PH Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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