American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/29/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
- Length: 16 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU/Surgical Oncology position at a cancer hospital, requiring 2 years of experience and ACLS certification for a night shift contract in Ohio.
Details
- Mixed acuity PCU and Med-Surg unit specializing in surgical oncology at a cancer hospital
- Patient population includes adults and geriatrics
- Surgical oncology diagnoses include breast, thyroid, melanoma, hepatobiliary (liver, pancreas, spleen, biliary tract, neuroendocrine), colorectal, and reconstructive plastics cases
- Goal nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4, but may extend to 1:5 based on unit needs
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- Weekend scheduling is variable based on unit needs
- Scheduling is self-request based; travelers submit preferred schedules before the final schedule is posted and balanced every 4 weeks
- Day/Night rotating contracts are possible — shift assignments (days, nights, or combination) are determined by department needs each 4-week scheduling period
- All travelers may be required to float within their scope of practice
- Charting is done in Epic
Requirements
- Active Ohio (OH) or Compact RN license required
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Epic EMR experience expected
- 2 professional references required — at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership capacity (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; no coworker references accepted
Additional Information
- ONS Chemotherapy certification is preferred
- Unit has a heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention
- Special procedures include chemotherapy administration, blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, management of oncologic emergencies and cytokine release syndrome, insulin drips, and heparin drips
- Orientation consists of one week of Mon–Fri day shifts followed by a second week of 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor
- Ohio fingerprinting is required and must be initiated promptly after accepting an offer — candidates outside Ohio will need to travel to a fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet upon receipt
- All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted prior to placement and built into the contract; RTO is limited to 7 days or fewer
- Former employees of the facility are eligible for a travel assignment after a minimum 6-month separation
- Local candidates are accepted at the same bill rate
- Multiple parking permit options are available for purchase on campus through CampusParc
American Traveler Job ID #P-708072. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.