Progressive Care Unit RN
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity PCU position on a medical oncology telemetry unit, requiring an OH or compact RN license and strong progressive care skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based 36-bed oncology telemetry unit with over 24 beds at a PCU level of care
• Patient population includes mostly adult medical oncology cases, with rare pediatric patients
• High-acuity progressive care and some med surg cases
• Patient ratios are 1:4-5 for med surg telemetry and 1:3 for PCU patients
• Specialized equipment includes GE B450 telemetry monitors, bladder scanner, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, continuous bladder irrigation, and PCA pumps
• Schedule includes day or night 12-hour shifts with variable weekend requirements
• Self-scheduling is available
• First week is dayshift orientation Monday to Friday, followed by a second week of on-unit orientation with a preceptor
• Floating may be required to units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Responsibilities include caring for complex oncology and progressive care patients, emphasizing infection prevention and fall safety
• Team structure supports new staff with a precepted orientation period
• Must comply with variable weekend shift and floating requirements
• Opportunities for professional growth with flexible self-scheduling
• Dress code and additional onboarding requirements will be provided upon assignment
• First-time travelers will be considered

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum of 2 years high-acuity PCU experience required
• Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Ability to interpret dysrhythmias and manage a wide range of clinical skills, including rapid response, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, feeding tube management, tracheostomy management, and titration of cardiac drips
• Experience with GE telemetry system preferred
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred

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