Travel PCU Float 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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU Float position requiring tele experience and OH or compact RN licensure.

• Float pool position requiring coverage in the Progressive Care Unit/Stepdown with potential floating to another OSU-affiliated hospital within a short walking distance
• Cardiac telemetry and stepdown patient population
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:30 PM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend shifts may be required
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of solid step-down/PCU nursing experience required
• Skilled in IV starts and telemetry monitoring
• Epic EMR experience required
• 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 for second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Experience with arterial line, central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care/management preferred
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, HFNC, and ABG interpretation preferred
• Experience with heparin protocols, cardiac/vasoactive drip management (no titration), and procedural sedation monitoring preferred
• Wound care, isolation precautions/PPE, and pre/post hemodialysis management experience preferred
• Pre/post neurosurgery care experience preferred
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for assignment after 6+ months away from the facility; current employees are not eligible
• RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines

American Traveler Job  #P-770603. 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.