Travel ER Holding 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: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an ER Holding position on night shift, requiring 2 years of ER experience and OH or compact RN licensure.

• ER Holding unit within a hospital setting
• Cares for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Epic charting system experience preferred

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with ER background required
• Additional experience in ER holding, observation, MS/Tele, Tele, or PCU/Stepdown required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or Supervisor and the second from a Charge RN or higher (no coworker references accepted)

• Provide nursing care within the ER Holding unit, managing patients awaiting inpatient bed placement
• Skills utilized may include IV therapy, central/PICC line care, respiratory support (BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation), cardiac monitoring, and dysrhythmia management
• Familiarity with rapid response/code team protocols expected
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former employees eligible for assignment only after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for this traveler role
• RTO must be requested and built into the contract prior to submission, limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently upon contract signing to remain compliant with start date requirements

American Traveler Job  #P-739126. 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
- Emergency Dept

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.