GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Barberton, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/18/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Barberton, Ohio
Advance your nursing career with a high-demand travel contract as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Barberton, Ohio (44203). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern 24-bed mixed acuity PCU/Telemetry unit, delivering specialized clinical care for medical, cardiovascular, and neurological patients. Barberton, near Akron, is an excellent location for Ohio travel nurses seeking professional growth and a vibrant lifestyle in a welcoming healthcare community.
PCU Registered Nurse Job Details
- Location: Barberton, Ohio (44203) – Greater Akron area
- Unit: 4 South (PCU/Telemetry), 24-bed mixed acuity
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) contract
- Start Date: January 18, 2026
- End Date: March 21, 2026
- Contract Duration: 9 weeks
- Hours per Week: 36
- Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1910 – $1960
- Patient Ratios: 1:5/6
- Float: Required to float to other nursing units as needed
PCU RN Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Nursys verification required) – Ohio nursing jobs
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or Telemetry nursing experience
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications
- Recent Epic EMR experience (within the last year; must be listed on resume)
- Accredited nursing degree (ACEN or CCNE)
- Ability to request up to 5 days off at submission (no block scheduling)
- Completion of competency exams and health screenings as required for healthcare jobs
PCU Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality patient care in a Progressive Care Unit and Telemetry setting
- Monitor and assess cardiovascular and neurological patients, including frequent NIH assessments and medication drips
- Provide nursing care for COVID-19 and isolation patients as needed
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans
- Float to other nursing units to support patient care needs
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic EMR
- Uphold safety, infection control, and compliance standards in all clinical nursing practices
Take the next step in your travel nursing career—apply now for this PCU Registered Nurse (RN) travel job in Barberton, Ohio. Join our dedicated healthcare team and make a difference in patient care excellence!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.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.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #435756. 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
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
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