PCU Float Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,059/weekOverview
- Start Date01/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Float Pool position in Ohio, requiring at least two years of PCU or stepdown experience and an active OH or compact RN license.
Responsibilities
- Work in the PCU Float Pool within a hospital setting
- May float to any stepdown or PCU area and possibly to other campuses with similar or lower acuity
- Night shifts, three 12-hour shifts per week (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
- Typical patient ratio is 1:3-4
- Care for a variety of progressive care patients across multiple specialties
- Uses Epic EMR system; Epic experience is required
- Care responsibilities include telemetry monitoring and IV starts in a progressive care setting
- Potential to float between campus locations within the health system
- Time off requests must be submitted with initial application
- Urgent compliance with Ohio fingerprinting process is required for employment eligibility
- Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
Requirements
- Active RN license in Ohio or compact state required and must be in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum of two years’ PCU or stepdown RN experience required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Experience with IV starts and telemetry required
- Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
- Epic charting experience required
- Two professional references required, including one from a supervisor or charge RN
- Current employees at any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible
- Former employees eligible after six months away
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
Employer
American Traveler
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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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