PCU Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse – PCU & Oncology – Columbus, OH

Enjoy a rewarding nursing opportunity with a leading facility in Columbus, Ohio! This contract offers a competitive pay rate of $59.18 per hour, flexible shifts, comprehensive medical benefits, weekly pay via direct deposit, and a supportive team dedicated to your success. Start as soon as January 5, 2026, and work in a secure corrections setting with varied shifts and a dynamic patient population.

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Quick Facts

• Location: 460 West 10th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• End Date: 04/27/2026
• Shift Options: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 – 19:30) or Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 – 07:30)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Hours/Week: Varies based on schedule
• Employment Type: Contract
• Licenses/Certifications: Active BLS required; Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Experience: Previous medical-surgical and telemetry experience preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Pay rate: $59.18/hour
• Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
• Competitive pay packages and comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
• Robuust referral bonus program
• Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
• Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements as applicable

What You'll Do

• Float across Oncology Medical-Surgical and PCU units as needed
• Provide compassionate patient care to adult inmates with active oncology diagnoses and other complex conditions
• Administer medications, manage IV therapy, and monitor patient vital signs, including cardiac telemetry
• Support patient care related to GI, renal, respiratory, and endocrine systems
• Ensure staff and patient safety within a secure correctional environment
• Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic health records
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pharmacy, radiology, respiratory, and physical therapy

What You Need

• Valid Ohio RN license and BLS certification
• Previous experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, or oncology units preferred
• Ability to interpret telemetry rhythms, manage IV therapies, and perform patient assessments
• Strong communication skills and adaptability to shift rotations

About the Assignment
This assignment is at a correctional health unit for Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections inmates. Shifts may vary between days and nights, with some weekends required. The unit is a locked facility with controlled access and a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3 in PCU and 1:4-5 in MS. Key systems include EPIC for documentation and Pyxis for medication management.

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