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: 11/2/2026

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 2, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour rotating day/night shifts; schedule reviewed every 4-week period based on departmental needs. Shift assignments may include days, nights, or a combination of both. Weekend shifts are variable based on unit needs.

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 Medical-Surgical Telemetry patients
• Epic charting system with GE telemetry monitoring; equipment includes Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, PCA pumps, and bladder scanners
• Strong interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Rapid Response Teams, and more
• Oncology experience preferred but not required; nurses with ICU and PCU backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• 72-hour orientation period to ensure successful onboarding

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience, with at least 1 year of PCU experience (must be current within the last 12 months)
• Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Certifications: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale)
• Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Ohio fingerprinting must be completed urgently upon contract signing
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 from a manager/director or formal supervisor; Charge RN acceptable as second reference

Skills Required

• Interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Blood product administration and transfusion protocols
• Central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care and management
• Accessing and managing ports; IV insertion and maintenance
• Feeding tube care and management; tracheostomy management
• Heparin protocols; managing and titrating cardiac drips; PCA pump management
• Chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac systems)
• Respiratory support: High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), CPAP/BiPAP, nasal cannula
• Interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• Use of Rapid Response Teams and Code Team protocols
• Isolation precautions and infection prevention protocols

Skills Preferred

• Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
• IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Wound care and wound vacuum management
• Arterial line management and surgical drain care
• Non-invasive airway management
• Phlebotomy

Why It's a Great Opportunity

This position offers the chance to work in a specialized oncology progressive care environment where you'll provide high-acuity care to a diverse patient population. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration, comprehensive orientation, and supportive resources including rapid response teams and specialty services, you'll be well-equipped to deliver excellent patient outcomes. The unit's focus on infection prevention and patient safety creates a culture of quality care, while the flexibility to work with medical-surgical and PCU-level patients provides variety and professional growth opportunities.

Additional Information

Compliance Requirements: Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions. Ohio fingerprinting process is time-sensitive and must be initiated immediately upon contract signing. Candidates who are unresponsive or uncooperative with credentialing may face delays or cancellation.

Eligibility: Former employees are eligible after 6 months away from the facility. Current employees at any location within the health system are ineligible for travel assignments. Local candidates accepted at the same rate.

Parking Options: Multiple parking permit options available through campus parking services, ranging from shuttle-accessible lots to on-site garage access. Monthly and annual permits available with varying rates and access levels.

Benefits: Competitive compensation with streamlined offer process, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

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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