Travel PCU Float RN - $2,318 per week

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: 26 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: 26 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU Float position requiring BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications and tele/IV skills with an active OH or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the PCU Float Pool within a hospital setting, primarily floating among PCU units with occasional float to step-down units
• May be required to float to another OSU-affiliated hospital within a short walking distance
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:30), 36 hours per week
• Weekends may be required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Patient care involves cardiac telemetry, stepdown/IMC monitoring, and related respiratory and cardiac interventions

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of submission
• Minimum 1 year of recent step-down/PCU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Required skills: IV therapy/starts and telemetry monitoring
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• 2 professional references required, at least 1 from a manager/director or supervisor; charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV/central/PICC line care, respiratory support (BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, oxygen administration), wound care, and renal/endocrine management
• Must complete Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting promptly after accepting offer, including lifetime background checks
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible to work as travelers at this health system
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.