Travel PCU RN - $2,077 per week

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, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 5

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring 2+ years of recent PCU experience and an active OH or compact RN license.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a teaching hospital
• 22-bed unit (16 rooms) with an average daily census of 20 patients
• Adult and geriatric patient population
• Common cases include burns, plastic/reconstructive surgery, urology, GYN, ENT, and oral/maxillofacial surgeries
• Special procedures include burn dressings, flap checks, and leech therapy
• 12-hour rotating shifts, Day (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) or Night (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Every other/third weekend required
• Floating within the health system required
• Uses Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication management

• Active RN license (Ohio or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• 2+ years of recent PCU experience required
• Experience with similar patient population preferred
• Previous charge RN experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with IV therapy, arterial line management, central and peripheral line care, and PICC line management
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry monitoring
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience with insulin drip titration and IV insulin protocols
• Experience with surgical drains, non-invasive airway management, and oxygen administration
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or formal leadership role and no coworker references accepted

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse surgical and medical patient population in a progressive care setting
• Perform specialized wound care procedures including burn dressings, flap checks, and leech therapy
• Utilize rapid response/code team protocols as needed
• Locals are accepted at the same rate
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this health system
• RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing contract, either in person or via mailed packet depending on distance from Ohio
• First-time travelers are not specifically required to have travel experience for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-739133. 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.