American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/17/2025
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position focusing on acute leukemia and hematology patients, requiring an active OH or compact RN license and at least 2 years of nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Hospital Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting
- Assignment in a new tower, Acute Leukemia and Hematology unit
- Care for adult and geriatric patients, primarily newly diagnosed acute leukemia cases
- Staffing ratio goal is 1:4, can be up to 1:5
- Work 12-hour night shifts with some day/night flexibility
- Schedule is self-directed with no set or blocked scheduling, but subject to unit needs, including variable weekends
- Uses EPIC for electronic charting
- Special focus on infection prevention and patient falls prevention
- Responsibilities include telemetry monitoring, infection prevention, and falls prevention in hematology/oncology patient population
- Orientation includes a week of Mon-Fri days followed by 36 hours on-unit with a preceptor
- First-time travelers are not eligible
- Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
- Former employees may return after a minimum six-month break
- Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital are not eligible for travel roles
- Time off requests must be submitted with initial application and built into the contract
- Strict fingerprinting requirements for Ohio; completion is required immediately after contract signing
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program required
- Proficiency in telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation, rapid response, feeding tube care, IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, and starting IVs
- Experience using EPIC for charting required
- Two professional references required: one must be a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable for the second
- ONS Chemo Cert and NIHSS certification preferred
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-619643. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
