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 (PCU) position requiring telemetry experience and Epic proficiency at a teaching hospital.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting
• Care for telemetry patients requiring cardiac monitoring
• Day shift (3x12 Hours, 7:00-19:30) or Night shift (3x12 Hours, 19:00-7:30) available
• 13-week assignment length

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must be able to pass a telemetry test
• Experience monitoring telemetry patients required
• General nursing skills required including IV starts, monitoring, lab work, medication administration, and patient education
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a Manager, Director, or Charge RN in a leadership capacity; no coworker references accepted

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to telemetry patients including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Administer medications including Heparin protocols, PCA, and IV insulin drips with titration
• Provide wound care and manage wound vacs as needed
• Perform non-invasive airway management and oxygen administration
• Manage surgical drains as needed
• Follow isolation precautions and utilize appropriate PPE
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process urgently upon signing contract, with candidates outside Ohio required to travel to a fingerprinting location or complete a mailed packet
• RTO must be built into the contract at time of consideration, limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are ineligible for traveler positions
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-739134. 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.