PCU & Oncology Med-Surg RN
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,095/weekOverview
- Start Date01/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration16 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care306 beds
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit position with required Epic charting experience and flexible day/night rotating shifts.
Responsibilities
- Work in a corrections health unit and float to various oncology medical-surgical units as needed
- Patient population includes inmates with oncology and non-oncology diagnoses
- Nurse to patient ratio is 1:3 for PCU and 1:4-5 for medical-surgical units
- Use Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication administration
- Shifts may include day, night, or a combination on a 12-hour rotation based on department needs
- Weekend shifts vary depending on unit requirements
- Locked unit with access controlled by corrections officers
- Will float between corrections PCU and medical-surgical oncology units as assigned
- Unit is secured and patient population consists of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections inmates
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team including pharmacy, physical therapy, respiratory services, and social work
- Knowledge of protocols for IV insulin, heparin, and management of cardiac drips (no titration)
- Orientation and support provided by rapid response and provider teams
- Dress code and additional work environment details will be provided upon assignment
Requirements
- Active OH or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS certification required
- Epic charting system experience required
- Medical-surgical or telemetry experience required
- Ability to interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias and perform unit-based telemetry monitoring
- Competence in IV therapies, blood product administration, central line and PICC management, and pre/post hemodialysis care
- Experience with tracheostomy management and various respiratory support devices
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Facility
Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 306 beds
Employer
American Traveler
42 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Easy to work with! Very helpful
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
Columbus, OH
About
Columbus, Ohio, is a midwestern city best known for its diverse food scene, lively arts and culture and friendly Midwestern hospitality. The city has something to offer everyone, from the world-renowned Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to the interactive COSI science museum and research center. Columbus has an auspicious food scene, with excellent local restaurants like The Guild House and Wolf's Ridge Brewing. It’s also home to three professional sports teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL), the Columbus Crew (MLS) and the Columbus Clippers (MiLB). The Downtown Arena District hosts these teams at the Nationwide Arena, Huntington Park and the Great American Ball Park. Columbus also lays claim to Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the United States.
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