Travel PCU RN - $2,221 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: 10/05/2026 Duration: 16 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, rotating Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU/Acute Leukemia and Hematology position requiring 2 years of acute care experience and no chemo certification needed. Details Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting within an acute leukemia and hematology unit Cares primarily for adult and geriatric patients newly diagnosed with acute leukemia Staffing ratio goal of 1:4, potentially up to 1:5 12-hour Day (7:00-19:30) and Night (19:00-7:30) rotating shift schedule based on department needs Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period Variable weekend requirements based on unit needs Uses Epic for computerized charting Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient falls prevention Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration Current BLS and ACLS certifications required NIHSS certification preferred ONS Chemo certification preferred Minimum 2 years of current acute care nursing experience within the last 12 months At least 1 year of PCU experience required Oncology experience preferred; training provided for oncology patients Epic charting experience required Skilled in telemetry monitoring and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs Experience with central line and PICC line care/management Experience with peripheral line care/management and blood product administration Experience accessing/managing ports and central line blood draws preferred Feeding tube care and management experience Use of Rapid Response Teams experience Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role; Charge RN acceptable as second reference; no coworker references accepted Additional Information Provide direct patient care to newly diagnosed acute leukemia patients including cardiac monitoring and emergency response Participate in infection prevention and patient falls prevention initiatives First-time travelers will be considered for this position Former employees eligible for a travel assignment once away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this facility Locals accepted at the same rate RTO required at time of submission and must be built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently upon signing contract; candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to a fingerprinting location, while those farther away will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet American Traveler Job ID P-745693. 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 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.