Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,077 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• 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: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a cardiac specialty hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of PCU or Med-Surg experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Lower acuity cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting within a heart hospital
• Cardiac patient population with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3-4
• Rotating Day/Night shifts (3x12 hours), with day shifts running 7:00–19:30 and night shifts running 19:00–7:30
• Schedule includes weekdays and some weekends
• Rotating holiday coverage is required
• Floating to units of similar or lower acuity within the health system is required as needed
• Epic EMR experience required
• 13-week contract (36 hours per week)

Requirements

• Active Ohio RN license or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU or Med-Surg experience required
• Cardiac experience preferred
• Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and conscious sedation required
• Epic EMR experience required
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or Supervisor; a Charge RN is acceptable as a 2nd reference; no coworker references accepted

Additional Information

• Monitor and assess patient conditions, administer medications, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team in a lower acuity cardiac unit
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as traveling candidates
• Former employees of the facility are eligible for a travel assignment after a minimum 6-month separation
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with your profile and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the duration of the contract
• Ohio state fingerprinting is required and must be initiated promptly upon contract signing — candidates outside of Ohio may need to travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet

American Traveler Job ID #P-707996. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

About American Traveler

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.