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Acute Care Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Akron, Ohio

Join a collaborative progressive care team as a travel Registered Nurse in Akron, Ohio. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers an opportunity to care for higher-acuity patients in a step-down setting while expanding your acute care clinical experience in a supportive hospital environment. Akron combines the energy of a growing metropolitan area with beautiful parks, cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910–$2,010
• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Step-Down Nursing
• Location: Akron, Ohio
• Schedule: Night shift, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 23, 2026
• Holiday Coverage: Every other holiday
• Orientation: 16 hours

Acute Care RN Job Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Permanent Ohio RN license or compact-state license in hand at the time of submission
• At least 1 year of permanent experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU), step-down, or comparable acute-care setting
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Active required certifications must be in hand; pending certifications are not accepted
• Recent professional reference from a manager, assistant nurse manager, supervisor, or director in the applicable specialty
• Successful completion of ECG rhythm recognition and medication-safety assessments during orientation
• Ability to complete required background, compliance, and pre-employment screening

PCU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients requiring progressive care or step-down monitoring
• Assess patient conditions, recognize changes in clinical status, and escalate concerns promptly
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic medical record
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge needs
• Support a safe, respectful, and patient-centered care environment

Why Akron?

Akron offers a balanced lifestyle with easy access to scenic parks, hiking trails, local arts and entertainment, and a variety of dining and community events. Its convenient Northeast Ohio location also makes it easy to explore nearby cities and attractions during time off.

Apply now for this Progressive Care Unit travel nursing opportunity in Akron, Ohio, and take the next step in your acute care RN career.

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.