Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,413 per week in Columbus, OH

Job Opportunity – Acute Leukemia and Hematology RN – Ohio

Start Date: October 5, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts (Day/Night rotating schedule based on unit needs, reviewed every 4-week scheduling period). Variable weekend coverage based on unit requirements. Float to other Medical-Surgical Oncology units as needed.

Highlights:

• Specialize in acute leukemia care - primarily newly diagnosed patients requiring intensive hematology support
• Staffing ratios: Goal of 1:4, maximum 1:5 patient assignment
• No chemotherapy certification required (ONS Chemo Cert preferred but not mandatory)
• Epic EMR system with telemetry monitoring using GE telemetry system
• High-volume blood product administration, IV antibiotics, and electrolyte management
• 72-hour comprehensive orientation with interdisciplinary team support including Pharmacy, Respiratory Services, Physical Therapy, and Rapid Response Teams
• 24-bed unit with daily census of approximately 22 patients serving adult and geriatric populations

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience with at least 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience
• Current acute care experience required (must be actively working in acute care within the last 12 months)
• Valid RN license (Compact or Ohio state license in hand at time of application)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Proficiency in telemetry interpretation and dysrhythmia management
• Strong skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, and peripheral line management
• Experience with feeding tube care and management
• Epic charting system experience required
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal supervisor)
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of newly diagnosed acute leukemia patients during a critical phase of their treatment journey. You'll work within a specialized hematology-oncology environment with strong emphasis on infection prevention protocols and patient safety, supported by a robust interdisciplinary team. The position provides excellent clinical skill development in high-acuity hematology care, including extensive experience with blood product administration and complex IV therapies, while maintaining manageable patient ratios that allow for quality patient care.

Additional Information:

• Strict compliance deadline: Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions
• Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed immediately upon contract signing
• One pre-approved time off period available during contract
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from facility
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate