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:
  
  09/21/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring at least 1 year of recent PCU experience and a compact or OH RN license.

• Work in a 22-bed (16-room) PCU with an average daily census of 20
• Care for an 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 night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Required to work every other or every third weekend
• Floating required within the OSU health system
• Uses Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication management

• Active compact or Ohio RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year 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
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable for the second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide PCU-level nursing care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry monitoring
• Perform wound care and wound vac management, surgical drain care, and IV therapy including central, PICC, and peripheral line management
• Manage feeding tubes, heparin protocols, PCA, and IV insulin/titration protocols
• Provide respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Support patients experiencing substance withdrawal and neurological/psychiatric needs
• Utilize rapid response and code teams as needed
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict credentialing timelines
• Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to a fingerprinting location; those farther away will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for assignment only after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for a traveler role
• First-time travelers may be considered but require manager review before an offer is extended

American Traveler Job  #P-741269. 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.