Travel PCU RN - $2,113 per week (Hiring Immediately)

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 Progressive Care Unit position at an oncology hospital, requiring PCU experience and a compact or OH RN license. Details Work in a 36-bed Medical Oncology Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with over 24 beds dedicated to PCU-level care Care for high-acuity oncology patients with solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses Rare pediatric oncology patients present but primarily cared for by permanent staff Patient ratios of 1:4-5 for Med Surg Telemetry and 1:3 for PCU Rotating 12-hour day and night shifts (7:00-19:30 or 19:00-7:30), with schedules reviewed every 4-week period Weekend shifts are variable Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity Uses B450 GE telemetry monitors, bladder scanners, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation equipment Epic EMR experience required Requirements Active RN license (Ohio or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 2 years of current acute care nursing experience within the last 12 months At least 1 year of PCU experience required Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program Skills required include dysrhythmia interpretation, rapid response team utilization, feeding tube management, port access, blood product administration, central/peripheral/PICC line care, IV insertion, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management, PCA management, chest tube management, BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care Oncology, chemotherapy administration, wound care, arterial line management, and insulin drip titration experience preferred Teaching hospital experience preferred 2 professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable for second reference; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide high-acuity progressive care nursing with a strong focus on infection prevention protocols and fall prevention Oncology experience preferred but not required First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates accepted at the same rate Former employees eligible for assignment consideration after being away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees of the health system are ineligible for travel assignment at this location Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted and built into the contract prior to consideration Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing the contract, either by traveling to an in-state location or completing a mailed fingerprinting packet American Traveler Job ID P-747999. 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386