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Registered Nurse

Akron, OH

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN – Night Shift

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced RN for its Progressive Care Unit on the night shift. You'll care for step-down patients in a structured, supportive environment focused on quality patient outcomes.

Shift & Schedule

  • Night shift: 3 × 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
  • Every other holiday off
  • 13-week contract
  • Start date: October 23, 2026

Requirements

  • Minimum 12 months permanent experience in PCU/step-down nursing
  • Permanent Ohio nursing license or active compact state license (in hand at submission)
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications
  • One professional reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director required (from past 12 months; no peer references)

What to Expect

During orientation, you'll complete an ECG rhythm recognition test and safeMedicate assessment. Both must be passed to continue employment. You'll receive up to 2 attempts on each.

Background & Compliance

  • Background check and BCI/FBI fingerprints required within 48 hours of contract signing
  • No open cases or license hits accepted
  • Drug screening (10 panel) required within 12 months of start and updated annually
  • Nurses are exempt from nicotine-free facility requirements

Extensions

You may extend with the facility for up to 18 months; a 6-month break typically follows.

Location

Akron, OH