American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/14/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU Float position requiring tele and IV start skills, EPIC experience, and at least 1 year of step-down/PCU experience.
Details
- PCU Float Pool position, may require floating to another OSU-affiliated hospital within a short walking distance
- Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30), 36 hours per week
- Weekends may be required
- Requires Tele and IV Start skills
- EPIC experience required
Requirements
- Active RN license (Ohio or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 1 year of step-down/PCU nursing experience required
- Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and blood product administration
- Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, and ABG interpretation
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team protocols
- Experience with wound care, insulin drip titration, and pre/post hemodialysis management
- 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a Manager/Director or Supervisor and the second from a Charge RN; no coworker references accepted
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care across PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown and telemetry patient populations
- Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and use of rapid response/code teams
- Charge RN experience preferred but not required
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Former employees eligible for assignment after 6 months away from the facility
- Current employees are ineligible to be hired as travelers at any Ohio State University hospital location
- RTO must be submitted with application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
- Candidates must complete Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting promptly after accepting an offer, including lifetime background checks
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-777336. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.