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 a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 2 years of PCU/neuro experience and an active OH or compact RN license.

• Hospital-based PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown setting with a neuro stepdown focus
• Patient ratio approximately 1:4
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Rotating weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• Floating to other units within the OSU organization required as needed
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required, including neuro patient population
• Neuro skills required: craniotomy, CVA, intracranial bleeds, post-TPA care, pre/post neurosurgery, and traumatic brain injury care
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, and peripheral line care/management
• Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation/management skills required
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and oxygen administration/nasal cannula required
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor and the second from a charge RN; no coworker references accepted

• Provide bedside nursing care to neuro stepdown and PCU patients, including monitoring, medication administration, and emergency response for dysrhythmias
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict state requirements
• Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location as soon as possible after booking
• Candidates at extreme distances will be mailed a fingerprinting packet to complete urgently upon receipt
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment only after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible for travel assignments at this facility
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate

American Traveler Job  #P-769004. 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.