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: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position at a teaching hospital requiring at least 1 year of PCU experience and a compact or Ohio RN license.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a teaching hospital
• Cardiac telemetry/PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown setting with telemetry monitoring
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30), 36 hours per week
• Weekdays and some weekends with rotating holidays; may be rotating or straight nights
• Call required
• Float required within the OSU hospital system
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active compact or Ohio RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of PCU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, care of ventilated patients, chest tubes, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care/management
• Experienced in IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line care, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring including heparin protocols, titration of cardiac drips, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Experienced in isolation precautions/PPE, IV insulin protocols, insulin drip titration, and pre/post hemodialysis management for renal failure patients
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor; a Charge RN may serve as the second reference; coworker references not accepted

• Provide telemetry-based nursing care to cardiac, gastrointestinal, endocrine/metabolic, and genitourinary/renal patients on the unit
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting as soon as the contract is signed due to strict state credentialing timelines
• Former employees are eligible for assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible to be hired as a traveler
• Locals are accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-774713. 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.