Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,300 per week
Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 16 Weeks
Start Date: 11/2/2026

About the Position

Job Opportunity – Medical Oncology Progressive Care Unit RN – Ohio

Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour rotating day/night shifts; schedule reviewed every 4-week period based on departmental needs. Shift assignments may include days, nights, or a combination of both. Weekend shifts are variable based on unit needs.

Highlights

• 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care
• High-acuity patient population including solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
• Patient ratios: 1:3 for PCU patients; 1:4-5 for Medical-Surgical Telemetry patients
• Epic charting system with GE telemetry monitoring; equipment includes Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, PCA pumps, and bladder scanners
• Strong interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Rapid Response Teams, and more
• Oncology experience preferred but not required; nurses with ICU and PCU backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• 72-hour orientation period to ensure successful onboarding

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience, with at least 1 year of PCU experience (must be current within the last 12 months)
• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Certifications: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale)
• Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Ohio fingerprinting must be completed urgently upon contract signing
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 from a manager/director or formal supervisor; Charge RN acceptable as second reference

Skills Required

• Interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Blood product administration and transfusion protocols
• Central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care and management
• Accessing and managing ports; IV insertion and maintenance
• Feeding tube care and management; tracheostomy management
• Heparin protocols; managing and titrating cardiac drips; PCA pump management
• Chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac systems)
• Respiratory support: High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), CPAP/BiPAP, nasal cannula
• Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• Use of Rapid Response Teams and Code Team protocols
• Isolation precautions and infection prevention protocols

Skills Preferred

• Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
• IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Wound care and wound vacuum management
• Arterial line management and surgical drain care
• Non-invasive airway management
• Phlebotomy

Why It's a Great Opportunity

This position offers the chance to work in a specialized oncology progressive care environment where you'll provide high-acuity care to a diverse patient population. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration, comprehensive orientation, and supportive resources including rapid response teams and specialty services, you'll be well-equipped to deliver excellent patient outcomes. The unit's focus on infection prevention and patient safety creates a culture of quality care, while the flexibility to work with medical-surgical and PCU-level patients provides variety and professional growth opportunities.

Additional Information

Compliance Requirements: Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions. Ohio fingerprinting process is time-sensitive and must be initiated immediately upon contract signing. Candidates who are unresponsive or uncooperative with credentialing may face delays or cancellation.

Eligibility: Former employees are eligible after 6 months away from the facility. Current employees at any location within the health system are ineligible for travel assignments. Local candidates accepted at the same rate.

Parking Options: Multiple parking permit options available through campus parking services, ranging from shuttle-accessible lots to on-site garage access. Monthly and annual permits available with varying rates and access levels.

Benefits: Competitive compensation with streamlined offer process, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
• Core Mandatory Part III
• General Progressive Care Unit
• PALS
• PCU
• Progressive Care RN
• RN - Pharmacology A

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