Travel PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and welcoming first-time travelers.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown) of a hospital setting
• Cardiovascular and post-MI patient population, including endocrine/metabolic cases
• Estimated patient ratio of 1:3
• Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Schedule includes weekdays with every other weekend (EOW)
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skills required:
  
  conscious sedation, ventilator management, and telemetry
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management, high flow nasal cannula, and care of ventilated patients
• IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line and peripheral line care/management experience
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips; titration skills preferred
• Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management experience
• Experience with CVA (cerebrovascular accident) care and heparin protocols
• Insulin drip titration experience
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; no coworker references accepted

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply for this position
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of the health system are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this facility
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing the contract, either at a local Ohio location or via mailed packet for those at extreme distances

American Traveler Job  #P-737507. 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

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.