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:
  
  09/08/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring an active Ohio or compact RN license and telemetry/cardiac monitoring experience.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown) of a hospital environment
• Day shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 AM to 9:30 PM)
• Weekday and some weekend coverage required
• Uses Epic EMR for charting
• Float to lower acuity units as needed
• Cares for patients requiring cardiac monitoring, respiratory support, and neurological/psychiatric care
• Manages patients with substance withdrawal needs

• Active Ohio RN license or compact license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience with strong acute care background
• Current BLS certification required
• IV certification required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Skilled in starting and maintaining IVs, peripheral line care, and PICC line management
• Experience with chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur Evac), nasal cannula, and oxygen administration
• Proficient in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams
• Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and multitasking skills
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or Supervisor and the second from a Charge RN or higher (no coworker references accepted)

• Start and manage IVs, administer medications safely, and monitor patient vitals and responses
• Educate patients on treatments and self-care
• Collaborate with the care team on patient plans
• Follow hospital policies and maintain patient safety standards
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Former employees eligible for a travel assignment once away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this health system
• Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently upon signing contract; candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to a fingerprinting location, while those at extreme distances will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet
• Prior travel nursing experience is a plus but not required

American Traveler Job  #P-737519. 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.