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 an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring at least 1 year of recent PCU experience and a valid OH or compact RN license in hand.

• PCU unit setting with 22 beds (16 rooms) and an average daily census of 20
• 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
• Night shift schedule, 12-hour shifts, 3x per week, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Every other or every third weekend required
• Floating required within the OSU health system
• Uses Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication management

• Active OH or compact 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
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role;
  Charge RN acceptable as second reference; coworker references not accepted

• Provide nursing care within a PCU setting, managing complex surgical and medical patients including burn, plastics, urology, GYN, ENT, and oral/maxillofacial cases
• Skills utilized may include IV therapy, arterial and central line management, blood product administration, PICC line care, wound care/wound vac, insulin drip titration, telemetry monitoring, and rapid response participation
• 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 any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for traveler positions
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly upon signing due to strict credentialing timelines
• First-time travelers may be considered with manager review, though not guaranteed automatic offer with only 1 year of experience

American Traveler Job  #P-741787. 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.