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 hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position caring for heart failure and post-transplant patients on night shift, requiring prior PCU experience and travel assignment history.

• Work in the PCU of a cardiac heart failure and post-transplant unit at a teaching hospital
• Lower acuity cardiac patient population including heart failure patients
• Estimated patient ratio of 1:3
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
• Weekday and some weekend shifts required with rotating holiday coverage
• No on-call requirements
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity level

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, including 1 year of PCU experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; PCCN preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in IV starts and telemetry monitoring
• Experience with arterial line management, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, and PICC line management
• Previous travel assignment experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• 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; charge RN acceptable for the second reference; coworker references not accepted

• Provide nursing care for cardiac telemetry and PCU/stepdown patients, including pre/post cardiac cath and pre/post cardiac surgery care
• Manage cardiac drips, heparin protocols, and insulin drip titration
• Interpret and manage dysrhythmias and utilize rapid response/code teams as needed
• Perform respiratory care including chest tube management, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care
• Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• Candidates must complete Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting promptly after accepting an offer, including a lifetime background check
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignments after 6 months away from the facility
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for travel assignments
• Requested time off must be submitted with the contract and limited to 7 days or less
• First-time travelers not specifically addressed, but previous travel experience is required for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-775930. 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.