Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,016 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Youngstown, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care/Stepdown Job in Youngstown, Ohio

Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Stepdown nursing team in Youngstown, OH, where you’ll provide compassionate, high-acuity patient care in a fast-paced acute care hospital setting. This travel Registered Nurse job is ideal for an experienced RN who excels at critical thinking, teamwork, and bedside care in a rewarding healthcare environment.

Job Details

• Position: PCU / Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing Job
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 - $1,890
• Start Date: 10/04/2026
• Location: Youngstown, OH 44504

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice or compact state eligibility
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience required
• At least 6 months of acute care hospital experience preferred
• BLS certification required prior to direct patient care; ACLS to be obtained within 6 months of hire
• Progressive Care, Critical Care, or NIH Stroke certification preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills
• Comfortable caring for adult and geriatric patients in a stepdown or progressive care setting

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Monitor and manage patients with complex, rapidly changing conditions in a PCU / Stepdown environment
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with clinical policies and best practices
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare team members to coordinate seamless patient care
• Serve as a patient advocate while supporting families and caregivers with clear education and communication
• Respond confidently to changes in patient status and prioritize interventions based on clinical judgment
• Support quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based nursing practice
• Provide care for patients who may require chest tube management, hemodynamic monitoring, or temporary pacing support

Location Highlights

• Youngstown offers a welcoming community feel with easy access to city conveniences, local dining, and everyday amenities.
• The area provides a practical, affordable setting for traveling healthcare professionals seeking a balanced work-life experience.
• Enjoy a region known for its hardworking spirit, accessible neighborhoods, and proximity to outdoor recreation and regional attractions.

Apply now to join this travel nursing opportunity in Youngstown, Ohio, and make an impact as a PCU Registered Nurse on a high-performing healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #513495. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

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