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: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring at least 2 years of PCU experience and OH or compact RN licensure.

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting focused on lower acuity cardiac patients
• Patient ratio of 1:3-4
• 3x12-hour Day/Night shift schedule totaling 36 hours per week
• Weekday shifts with some weekend coverage required
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Floating to units of similar or lower acuity required as needed
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Cardiac experience preferred
• Strong skills in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and conscious sedation required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams
• Proficient in non-invasive airway management and oxygen administration
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role and no coworker references accepted

• Provide high-quality nursing care for patients in a lower acuity cardiac unit
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, administer medications, and collaborate with the healthcare team
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures
• Local candidates are accepted at the same 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 to be hired as travelers
• RTO must be requested at time of consideration and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing the contract, with in-state travel or mailed fingerprinting packets required depending on distance

American Traveler Job  #P-739200. 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.