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:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Med-Surg/Telemetry PCU night shift position at an academic teaching hospital, requiring prior travel experience and an active compact or Ohio RN license.

• Stepdown/PCU mixed-acuity unit caring for adult and geriatric patients with general chronic medical conditions
• 36 hours/week on night shift (3x12, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Some weekends required
• Floating within the OSU health system required
• On-call required
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active compact or Ohio RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• Previous travel experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I or II experience preferred
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with telemetry monitoring, IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and respiratory support skills such as BiPAP/CPAP and tracheostomy care
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; coworker references not accepted

• Provide care to progressive care patients including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response coordination
• Complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines
• Current OSU hospital employees are ineligible for this position
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the facility
• Requested RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate

American Traveler Job  #P-739128. 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.