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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position at a teaching hospital requiring Epic experience and OH or compact licensure.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a teaching hospital
• 13-week assignment on night shift (3x12 Hours, 19:00-7:30), 36 hours per week
• Weekday schedule with occasional weekends and rotating holidays
• Floating required within OSU facilities
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required; candidates with strong Stepdown/PCU background considered, 4 years required if MS/Tele background only
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and IV insulin protocols
• Experience with nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or supervisor; a Charge RN reference is acceptable for the second; coworker references not accepted

• Provide nursing care to patients in a PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown and telemetry setting
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for a travel assignment once away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at any Ohio State University hospital location
• RTO must be submitted with the contract request and limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing the contract due to strict compliance deadlines

American Traveler Job  #P-750855. 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.