Travel PCU 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: 09/08/2026
• 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: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Medical Oncology PCU (Progressive Care Unit) position requiring high-acuity PCU experience and an active OH or compact RN license.

Details

• 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to PCU level of care in a hospital setting
• Medical Oncology unit with progressive care beds, caring for solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology patient populations
• High-acuity PCU patients with a smaller med-surg component; heavy emphasis on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention
• Patient ratios: 1:3 for PCU and 1:4-5 for med-surg telemetry
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30); rotating day/night contracts may be assigned days, nights, or a combination based on departmental needs
• Self-scheduling: candidates submit preferred schedule requests prior to final schedule posting
• Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Equipment used includes GE B450 telemetry monitors, bladder scanner, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, continuous bladder irrigation, and PCA pumps
• Pediatric patients are occasionally present on the unit but are extremely rare and typically cared for by permanent staff; pediatric experience is not required

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of high-acuity PCU experience required
• Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Required clinical skills include: cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation, rapid response team utilization, feeding tube care and management, port access, blood product administration, central/PICC/peripheral line care and management, IV insertion, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management (no titration), PCA management, cardiac drip titration, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, nasal cannula, and tracheostomy management
• Preferred clinical skills include: dysrhythmia management, IV insulin and insulin drip titration protocols, phlebotomy, chemotherapy administration and monitoring, wound care/wound vac, arterial line management, surgical drains, and non-invasive airway management
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; co-worker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• 16-week contract
• Orientation: first week is Monday–Friday dayshift; second week is 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor
• All candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting as soon as possible after booking; candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location, and those farther away will be mailed a fingerprinting packet to complete urgently upon receipt
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Former facility employees are eligible for a travel assignment after a minimum 6-month separation from the facility
• RTO must be submitted at the time of consideration and built into the contract; RTO is limited to 7 days or fewer for the contract duration
• Parking is available for agency staff through CampusParc at an additional cost; multiple permit options are available depending on convenience and budget preferences

American Traveler Job ID #P-723673. 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.