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: 08/24/2026
- 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: Aug 24, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Ohio, requiring a minimum of 2 years of med/surg experience and Epic proficiency on a night shift schedule.
Details
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a large academic medical center setting
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Rotating holiday coverage required
- Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity within the health system as needed
- Epic EMR — experience required
- Telemetry monitoring and IV starts are core skills for this role
Requirements
- Active OH RN license or compact license recognized in Ohio required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of med/surg experience required
- IV start and telemetry (tele) skills required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Two professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or Supervisor; a Charge RN is acceptable as the 2nd reference; co-worker references are not accepted
- Previous travel nursing experience preferred
Additional Information
- Local candidates are accepted
- Former employees of the facility are eligible to apply once they have been away for 6 months or more
- Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of consideration and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the contract
- Ohio state fingerprinting is required — candidates must complete this process promptly after accepting an offer; candidates outside Ohio will need to travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet as soon as possible
- Multiple parking permit options are available for agency staff near the medical center, ranging from guaranteed garage access to shuttle-based remote lots
American Traveler Job ID #P-727179. 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.