Travel PCU RN

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:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit night shift position requiring telemetry experience and cardiac monitoring skills.

• PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown unit setting
• 36 hours per week on night shift (3x12, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Every other weekend required (Friday & Saturday nights)
• Float required within the OSU system
• Epic charting system preferred

• Active RN license (Ohio or Compact) in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• 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 rapid response/code teams
• Skilled in peripheral line care, IV starting and maintenance, and oxygen administration
• 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 as second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and emergency response as part of unit care
• Manage IV therapy and peripheral line care/management, including starting and maintaining IVs
• Administer oxygen therapy including nasal cannula
• Practice isolation precautions and appropriate PPE use
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly upon signing contract due to state requirements
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6 months away from the facility
• Current employees ineligible to be hired as travelers at any Ohio State University hospital location
• RTO must be submitted with application and built into contract, limited to 7 days or less
• First-time travelers will be considered for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-752623. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.