Registered Nurse PCU (Progressive Care Unit Oncology)

Registered Nurse – PCU (Progressive Care Unit – Oncology)
Location: Columbus, Ohio (Onsite)
Work Type: Contract
Positions: 1
Hours: 36–40 Hours per Week
Shift Details
• Shift: Rotating (Days / Nights) OR Night Shift
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (Self-scheduling available)
• Orientation:
• Week 1: Monday–Friday (Day Shift)
• Week 2: 36 hours on-unit orientation with preceptor
• Weekend Requirement: Variable
• Floating: Required to equivalent or lower acuity units
The Registered Nurse – PCU (Oncology) provides care in a high-acuity Progressive Care / Med Surg Tele unit supporting oncology patients.
This role involves managing complex patient conditions, monitoring telemetry, and delivering specialized care in a fast-paced oncology environment.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
• Provide nursing care to oncology patients (solid tumors, thoracic, orthopedic oncology)
• Manage PCU-level patients with high acuity conditions
• Administer medications and treatments
Patient Care & Safety
• Monitor patient conditions and telemetry
• Follow infection prevention and fall prevention protocols
• Deliver patient-centered, high-quality care
Equipment & Clinical Skills
• Utilize Client telemetry (B450 monitors)
• Manage PCA pumps, bladder scanners, and IV systems
• Perform central line, PICC, and IV care
• Manage cardiac drips, chest tubes, CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC
Team Collaboration
• Work with multidisciplinary oncology and PCU teams
• Participate in care coordination and rapid response situations
• Float between units as required
Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Follow hospital and regulatory standards
• Utilize EMR systems for documentation
Must-Have Qualifications
• Minimum 2+ years of RN experience
• Experience in PCU / Telemetry / High-acuity care
• BLS Certification (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)
• NIH Certification (Required)
• Strong skills in cardiac monitoring and critical care
Preferred Qualifications
• Oncology experience (Preferred, not required)
• Previous travel nursing experience
• Experience in high-acuity PCU settings
Core Competencies
• Progressive care nursing
• Oncology and telemetry care
• Patient safety and monitoring
• Communication and teamwork
• Critical thinking and decision-making
Work Environment
• Oncology PCU / Med Surg Tele Unit
• High-acuity hospital environment
• Onsite role in Columbus, OH
Additional Requirements
• Must be flexible with rotating shifts
• Must be open to floating between units
• Must be comfortable managing high-acuity patients
Recruiter Submission Template –

Full Name:
Degree / Certification with Institution and Completion Year:
Do you have 2+ years of RN experience?
Do you have experience in PCU / Telemetry / high-acuity settings?
Do you hold BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications?
Do you have experience with cardiac monitoring and drips?
Do you have oncology experience (preferred)?
Are you comfortable with rotating shifts (Days/Nights)?
Are you open to floating between units?
Tentative Start Date:
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Reason for job change:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (City, State):
Notice Period / Availability:
Current Work Authorization Status:
Expected Hourly Rates:
Is it W2 / C2C? If C2C, Corporation Name:
Are you ready to relocate at your own expense and work onsite in Columbus, Ohio?