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: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Oncology Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with night shift and active OH or compact RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Position based in a high-acuity Oncology PCU with 36 beds and over 24 beds dedicated to progressive care
• Primarily adult medical oncology patient population, with rare pediatric patients usually managed by permanent staff
• Care involves complex cases such as solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology
• Patient ratios are 1:4-5 for Med Surg Telemetry and 1:3 for PCU level care
• Use of GE B450 monitors for telemetry, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, and PCA pumps
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00–07:30), with day/night shift options potentially available
• Required to float to units of equal or lower acuity
• Self-scheduling available to request preferred shifts
• EMR system not specified
• Responsibilities focus on high-acuity progressive care for patients requiring complex monitoring and intervention
• Emphasis on infection prevention protocols and fall management
• Orientation includes one week of Monday–Friday day shifts and a second week of on-unit precepted orientation
• Fingerprints for Ohio compliance must be completed promptly upon contract signature
• Must submit any requested time off with initial consideration
• First week of orientation is on day shift, with subsequent orientation shifts scheduled on-unit with a preceptor
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Holiday and weekend shifts may be required based on scheduling needs

Requirements

• Valid OH or compact RN license in hand at the time of consideration
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program required
• Minimum 1 year of recent high-acuity PCU experience required
• Certifications required: BCLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Skill in interpretation of dysrhythmias and rapid response team participation
• Proficiency required in central line care, blood product administration, PCA management, starting IVs, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management (including titration), and tracheostomy care
• Ability to manage various specialized equipment, including monitors and pumps as outlined in the job details
• Two professional references required, including at least one manager/director or formal supervisor within the past two years
• Oncology experience and previous travel experience preferred but not required
• Former employees eligible if separated from the facility for at least 6 months; current employees are not eligible for travel positions at Ohio State University hospital locations

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-641570. 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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