Travel PCU Registered Nurse

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

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a teaching hospital
• Patient population includes MS/Tele, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown, and Telemetry cases
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:30), 36 hours per week
• Weekday schedule with occasional weekends and rotating holidays
• Floating required within the OSU hospital system
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active OH RN license or compact license in hand at time of consideration
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience required; 4 years preferred for MS/Tele background
• 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, and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and non-invasive airway management
• Must provide 2 professional references, at least one from a manager/director or supervisor, and one from a charge RN; no coworker references accepted

• Provide nursing care for patients requiring progressive/stepdown level monitoring
• Responsible for cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and emergency response as needed
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines
• Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location; those farther away will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet
• Former employees eligible for travel assignments only after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are ineligible for travel positions
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-730823. 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.