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: 12/14/2026 Duration: 16 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit role requiring 2 years of acute care experience, including 1 year in PCU, and an active OH or compact RN license. Details Work in a 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to PCU level of care Patient population includes solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses Rare pediatric oncology patients are present but primarily cared for by permanent staff 12-hour Day (7:00-19:30) or Night (19:00-7:30) shifts, with potential for a rotating D/N schedule based on department needs Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period based on staffing needs Patient ratios are approximately 1:4-5 for Med Surg Telemetry and 1:3 for PCU Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity Uses GE B450 telemetry monitors, bladder scanners, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation equipment Epic EMR experience required Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration Minimum 2 years of current acute care experience within the last 12 months, including at least 1 year of PCU experience Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program Skills required include dysrhythmia interpretation, rapid response team utilization, feeding tube care, port access, blood product administration, central/peripheral/PICC line care, IV insertion, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management, PCA management, chest tube care (Emerson/Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, nasal cannula use, and tracheostomy management Preferred skills include dysrhythmia management, insulin drip titration, phlebotomy, chemotherapy administration and monitoring, wound care/wound vac, arterial line management, surgical drain care, and non-invasive airway management Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide high-acuity progressive care nursing with a strong focus on infection prevention and fall prevention protocols Oncology experience preferred but not required Teaching hospital experience preferred Willingness to learn and grow nursing practice is valued; prior travel experience is not required Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently after contract signing, with candidates outside Ohio required to travel for fingerprinting or complete a mailed packet RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less Local candidates are accepted at the same pay rate Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees of the health system are ineligible for a travel assignment at any of its hospital locations American Traveler Job ID P-745579. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.