American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/26/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a high acuity PCU oncology telemetry position, requiring OH or compact RN licensure and experience with progressive care patients.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 progressive care beds in a hospital setting
• Primary patient population includes adults with solid tumor, orthopedic, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
• Small number of med/surg patients and rare pediatric cases handled mostly by permanent staff
• PCU patient ratios are typically 1:3; med/surg telemetry ratio is 1:4-5 but may vary
• Uses specialized equipment such as B450 GE telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation
• Charting system not specified
• Must float to units with equivalent or lower acuity as needed
• Self-scheduling is available with variable weekend shifts
• First week includes Monday–Friday dayshift orientation; second week with 36 hours of precepted unit orientation
• Available shifts include days (3x12, 07:00–19:30) and nights (3x12, 19:00–07:30)
• Primary responsibilities include managing high-acuity oncology and med/surg telemetry patients with a focus on infection prevention and fall safety
• Participate in team-based care with support from experienced permanent staff, especially for rare pediatric cases
• Detailed orientation is provided during the first two weeks, including hands-on preceptorship
• Holiday and weekend scheduling coverage may be required as determined by unit needs
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Scrub and dress code requirements not specified

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Current BCLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• High acuity PCU experience required
• At least 2 years of oncology nursing experience preferred, but not required
• Strong skills in dysrhythmia interpretation, responding to rapid response calls, and care of lines, tubes, and drips—including cardiac, PCA, and insulin
• Experience with blood product administration, feeding tube care, port access, and use of specialized respiratory support devices
• Ability to float to related or less acute units

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-650778. 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

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