Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,359 per week in Columbus, OH

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,359 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 16 Weeks
Start Date: 9/8/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 16 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years in high acuity PCU License: Valid nursing license required Certifications: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Must-Have: High acuity PCU patient experience Interpretation of dysrhythmias Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols Ability to manage cardiac drips Description: This position involves caring for patients in a progressive care unit with a high acuity level. The unit provides care for patients with solid tumors, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology. The role requires expertise in telemetry monitoring and other advanced nursing skills. Nurses must have experience with accessing ports, administering blood products, and managing central lines. You will be expected to interpret Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) and manage tracheostomies. Pediatric patients are occasionally cared for on this unit, although experience with pediatrics is not required. The patient-to-nurse ratio is typically 1:4-5 for medical-surgical telemetry and 1:3 for PCU. The role demands strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with an interdisciplinary team. All candidates must have high acuity experience and be proficient in managing infection prevention protocols. This is a dynamic role that offers opportunities for professional growth and supports flexible scheduling preferences. Travelers must complete the onboarding process, including fingerprinting, promptly upon acceptance. Reference requirements include two professional references, with at least one from a management position. Candidates must possess current specialty experience that aligns with the demands of the role.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam