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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Travel Registered Nurse – Acute Leukemia & Hematology/Oncology | Columbus, Ohio

Join a specialized Progressive Care Unit (PCU) travel nursing team in Columbus, Ohio, providing high-acuity care to adults and geriatric patients with acute leukemia and complex hematologic conditions. This 16-week travel RN assignment offers experienced oncology nurses the opportunity to deliver expert hematology/oncology care while enjoying Columbus's welcoming neighborhoods, diverse dining scene, cultural attractions, parks, and year-round activities.

Travel RN Job Details

• Assignment Type: 16-week travel nursing assignment
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Start Date: December 14, 2026
• End Date: April 5, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,160–$2,270
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Scheduling: Rotating day/night scheduling may be available based on unit needs; weekend coverage varies
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients, primarily newly diagnosed acute leukemia patients
• Unit Focus: Progressive care, acute hematology/oncology, telemetry, blood products, IV antibiotics, and electrolyte management
• Charting: Epic
• Orientation: 72 hours

PCU Travel Nurse Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Ohio or a valid compact RN license in hand at the time of submission
• At least 2 years of overall professional nursing experience
• Recent, current acute-care experience in the specialty, with consistent practice within the last 12 months
• Previous inpatient hematology/oncology nursing experience required
• Documented experience caring for patients with leukemia or other blood dyscrasias required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• ONS/ONCC chemotherapy certification
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Experience with Epic or another computerized clinical documentation system
• Two professional references required, including at least one reference from a manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader

Progressive Care Unit Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients with acute leukemia, hematologic malignancies, and complex medical needs
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy, IV antibiotics, electrolytes, blood products, and other prescribed therapies
• Monitor telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, recognize changes in patient condition, and initiate appropriate interventions
• Assess and manage central lines, implanted ports, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, and other vascular access devices
• Perform central line blood draws, initiate IVs, and provide ongoing IV therapy and phlebotomy care
• Recognize and communicate abnormal laboratory values, sepsis indicators, tumor lysis concerns, and other clinical changes
• Apply infection prevention and fall prevention practices consistently
• Provide care related to blood and blood product administration, including monitoring for reactions
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, social services, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Float to other medical-surgical oncology units as needed and maintain safe patient care during changing unit demands
• Document assessments, interventions, medication administration, and patient responses accurately in Epic

Apply now for this Columbus, Ohio travel nursing opportunity and join a high-acuity PCU team specializing in acute leukemia and hematology/oncology care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.