Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,300 per week in Columbus, OH

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,300 per week
Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 16 Weeks
Start Date: 11/16/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified PCU RN in Columbus, Ohio, 43210!

# Job Opportunity – Medical Oncology Progressive Care Unit RN – Ohio

Start Date: November 16, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights or combination based on department needs); shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period

Highlights:

• 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care
• High-acuity patient population including solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
• Patient ratios: 1:3 for PCU patients; 1:4-5 for Med-Surg Telemetry patients
• Epic EMR system with GE telemetry monitoring
• Oncology experience preferred but not required – RNs with ICU and PCU backgrounds excel in this role
• 72-hour orientation provided; previous travel experience preferred

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years acute care nursing experience with at least 1 year of current PCU experience
• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Current certifications: BLS/BCLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Willingness to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
• 2 professional references required (at least 1 must be from manager/director or formal leadership)

Essential Skills:

• Dysrhythmia interpretation and telemetry monitoring
• IV therapy including starting and maintaining peripheral lines, PICC line management, and accessing ports
• Central line and arterial line care/management
• Blood product administration and heparin protocols
• Management of cardiac drips, PCA pumps, and titration experience
• Respiratory support: High Flow Nasal Cannula, BiPAP/CPAP, tracheostomy management
• ABG interpretation and rapid response team utilization
• Chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac systems)
• Feeding tube care, continuous bladder irrigation, and wound care

Preferred Skills:

• Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
• IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Phlebotomy and wound vac management
• Surgical drain management

Unit Specialties:

• Strong emphasis on infection prevention protocols and fall prevention
• Equipment includes Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, and B450 GE telemetry monitors
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including pharmacy, respiratory services, physical therapy, radiology, and social services
• Pediatric patients are extremely rare and typically assigned to permanent staff

Important Compliance Information:

• Ohio fingerprinting is required and must be completed immediately upon contract signing
• Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date – no exceptions
• Candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process
• Former employees eligible after 6+ months away from the facility
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccination not required

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Parking options available through facility partner (details provided upon hire)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work with a high-acuity oncology patient population in a progressive care environment that challenges your clinical skills while providing excellent interdisciplinary support. You'll gain valuable experience in oncology nursing while working with cutting-edge telemetry and monitoring systems, all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients facing cancer diagnoses. The rotating shift structure provides scheduling variety, and the facility welcomes both local and traveling nurses at competitive rates.

About Revolution Healthcare Services

At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
• Core Mandatory Part III
• General Progressive Care Unit
• PALS
• PCU
• Progressive Care RN
• RN - Pharmacology A

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