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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 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 telemetry experience and an active OH or compact RN license.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting
• Cares for patients requiring cardiac monitoring, telemetry, and step-down level care
• Day shift schedule with 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM), 3x per week
• Every other weekend required
• Epic charting system preferred

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Previous telemetry experience required
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drips
• Strong cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management skills
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care
• Experience with oxygen administration and nasal cannula
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or Supervisor and the second acceptable from a Charge RN (no coworker references)

• Provide cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation and management for PCU patients
• Utilize Rapid Response and Code teams as needed
• Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line management
• Complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements urgently upon signing contract to avoid credentialing delays
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of the health system are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at any location within the system

American Traveler Job  #P-744315. 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.