Travel PCU Oncology Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,113 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: 06/01/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Oncology PCU (Progressive Care Unit) position requiring high-acuity PCU experience and telemetry skills, with oncology experience preferred but not required.

Details

• Work in a 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to PCU level of care within a large academic cancer hospital
• Medical Oncology unit with progressive care and a small amount of med-surg; patient diagnoses include solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology
• PCU patient ratio is 1:3; Med-Surg Telemetry ratio is 1:4-5
• Pediatric patients are extremely rare on this unit and would typically be managed by permanent staff; pediatric experience is not required
• Shift is nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Day/Night rotating contract is possible; if accepted, shift assignments (days, nights, or a combination) are determined by department needs and reviewed every 4-week scheduling period
• Self-scheduling requests are submitted prior to finalization of the schedule
• Floating is required within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Equipment used includes GE B450 telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps, PCA pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, and continuous bladder irrigation systems
• Epic EMR (implied by academic cancer center setting — confirm with recruiter if critical)

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or a compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• High-acuity PCU experience required
• 2+ years of oncology experience preferred but not required
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Required clinical skills include: telemetry/dysrhythmia interpretation, rapid response team utilization, feeding tube care, port access, blood product administration, central/PICC/peripheral line management, IV insertion, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management (non-titrating and titrating), PCA management, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, nasal cannula use, and tracheostomy management
• Preferred skills include: dysrhythmia management, IV/insulin drip titration, phlebotomy, chemotherapy administration and monitoring, wound care/wound vac, arterial line management, surgical drain management, and non-invasive airway management
• 2 professional supervisor references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of two weeks: the first week is Monday–Friday dayshift classroom/general orientation, followed by a second week of 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor
• Heavy emphasis on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention
• No break between assignments is required when changing representation at this facility (except for Sterile Processing Techs, who still require a 30-day break)
• All time-off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial application for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-692868. 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.

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