Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $1,897 per week

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

ID: 63270564 Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Description: 1st Timer/16 WKS/12 James PCU - D/N or Nights - AO12 James Surg Onc is a mixed acuity unit that cares for both PCU and Med Surg patients. This is a very busy surgical floor. All perm staff is PCU trained.Staffing Ratios - Goal is 1:4, but can be 1:5Weekends - variable based on unit needsNo set/blocked scheduling as that is not something we offer our permanent staffALL travelers may be required to float within their scope of practice!If you accept a 12D/N rotating contract, you may be scheduled for days, nights, or a combination of both, depending on the department s needs. Shift assignments are reviewed every 4-week scheduling period, but changes are not guaranteed and are based on staffing priorities at that time.Self-schedule requests - you will enter your schedule requests so we can see your preferred schedule before balancing and posting the final scheduleFirst week of orientation is Mon - Fri dayshift. Second week is 36hrs of on-unit orientation with a preceptor2 Years of Experience RequiredPatient Age group Adults GeriatricsPatient Diagnoses Surgical Oncology: breast, thyroid, melanoma Hepatobiliary: liver, pancreas, spleen, biliary tract cancers, neuroendocrine Colorectal: colon, rectal cancer Plastics: reconstructive breast cancer or sarcomaSpecial Procedures/Unit Details Chemotherapy Blood transfusions IV Antibiotics Oncologic emergencies cytokine release syndrome Insulin drips Heparin drips Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient fallsCertifications Required- BLS- ACLS- NIHSSCertifications Preferred ONS ChemoCOMPUTERIZED CHARTING EPICAgency staff have the following parking permit options (purchased through CampusParc at osu.campusparc.com):WMC Agency Permit (Most Convenient Option)-24/7 access to Wexner Medical Center Garage (guaranteed availability)-$224.80/month-$748.58 per 100-day permitWB Permit (Budget Option)-Weekend/holiday access to 9th Ave East & West Garages-24/7 access to West Campus surface lots (WB/WC spaces)-Shuttle service provided to the medical center-$16.35/monthCXS Permit-Weekend/holiday access to 9th Ave East & West Garages-24/7 access to Buckeye (CX) and West Campus surface lots-$32.83/monthPlease note: Parking costs and options are subject to change per CampusParc policies. Modified Time:8/10/2026 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Ashley Schendel Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical Exemptions Only Submittals:Low Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 2 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : Required Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : - Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : - Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSSSkills : BiPAP/CPAP management*, Cardiac Telemetry*, Chest tubes-Emerson/PleurEvac*, Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Management of dysrhythmias, MS/Tele*, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown, Telemetry - on the unit monitoring, Tracheostomy care/management, see special equipment, Screen missing requirements Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : self Patient Ratios Days : - Patient Ratios Nights : - Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : to other acute care Oncology units Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : - Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : variable based on unit needs Pre-Approved Time Off : one Orientation Hours : 72 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Adults, Geriatrics Daily Census : 36 Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : 36 Number of Beds : 36 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Transportation, Unit Secretary Patient Diagnoses : Surgical Oncology: breast, thyroid, melanomaHepatobiliary: liver, pancreas, spleen, biliary tract cancers, neuroendocrineColorectal: colon, rectal cancerPlastics: reconstructive breast cancer or sarcomaOrtho surgeryCardio Thoracic surgery Need 3s and 4s in surgical exp for PassOf note this is a mixed acuity unit may have MS and/or PCU acuityRequired PCU work experience Special Procedures/Unit Details : ChemotherapyBlood transfusionsIV AntibioticsOncologic emergencies cytokine release syndromeInsulin dripsHeparin dripsChest tube care-Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient falls Special Equipment : B450 monitors GE telemetry systemBladder Scanner Alaris pumpsStryker beds*******HARD STOP FOR PASS- Acute care experience must be CURRENT/TODAY (and working consistently in the last 12 months) and MUST be in the specialty with which they are applying- PLEASE DO NOT PASS WITHOUT MEETING THIS BASELINE REQUIREMENT. Can screen- but please do NOT PASS ****** #Tier4 Travel Compliance There is a strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start no exceptions. Please screen for any candidate vacation time taking place immediately after booking as this will likely cause a push due to fingerprinting delays. Please only submit to one location. The AM team will find the best fit for the clinician. PLEASE NOTE: ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE MADE AWARE OF THE URGENCY OF THE OHIO FINGERPRINTING PROCESS. Candidate must complete fingerprints as soon as they sign contract. TRAVELERS WHO ARE UNRESPONSIVE OR UNCOOPERATIVE WITH CREDENTIALING ARE AT RISK OF PUSH/CANCEL. All candidates who are currently outside the state of Ohio but within driving distance will be required to drive to a fingerprinting location in Ohio as soon as possible after booking. Travelers who are extreme distances from Ohio will be mailed a fingerprinting packet, which is to be completed urgently upon receipt. Detailed instructions will be sent to the candidate by the Credentialing team. RTO required with submission, must be built into contract Locals are accepted at the same rate Reference Requirements: 2 professional references are required. At least 1 reference must be from a manager/director or someone in a formal leadership capacity (e.g., a supervisor). Charge RN acceptable for 2nd reference. No coworker references accepted. Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at any Ohio State University hospital location RNs- must have valid compact or state license in hand at time of submission. MRI techs - submittals without OH license are acceptable. Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program. Submittal Details: #Tier4 Travel ComplianceThere is a strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start no exceptions. Please screen for any candidate vacation time taking place immediately after booking as this will likely cause a push due to fingerprinting delays.Please only submit to one location. The AM team will find the best fit for the clinician.PLEASE NOTE: ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE MADE AWARE OF THE URGENCY OF THE OHIO FINGERPRINTING PROCESS. Candidate must complete fingerprints as soon as they sign contract. TRAVELERS WHO ARE UNRESPONSIVE OR UNCOOPERATIVE WITH CREDENTIALING ARE AT RISK OF PUSH/CANCEL.All candidates who are currently outside the state of Ohio but within driving distance will be required to drive to a fingerprinting location in Ohio as soon as possible after booking. Travelers who are extreme distances from Ohio will be mailed a fingerprinting packet, which is to be completed urgently upon receipt. Detailed instructions will be sent to the candidate by the Credentialing team.RTO required with submission, must be built into contractLocals are accepted at the same rateReference Requirements: 2 professional references are required. At least 1 reference must be from a manager/director or someone in a formal leadership capacity (e.g., a supervisor). Charge RN acceptable for 2nd reference. No coworker references accepted.Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or moreCurrent employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at any Ohio State University hospital locationRNs- must have valid compact or state license in hand at time of submission.MRI techs - submittals without OH license are acceptable.Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program. Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:112

Prime Staffing Job ID #36823331. 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: RN:PCU/Step Down,19:00:00-07:30:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

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