Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,059/weekOverview
- Start Date03/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position caring for adult and geriatric surgical patients, requiring an OH or compact RN license and recent PCU experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 22-bed PCU caring for adults and geriatrics
- Common patient cases include burns, reconstructive surgeries, urology, GYN, ENT, and oral/maxillofacial surgeries
- Special procedures include burn dressings, flap checks, and leech therapy
- Uses EPIC for documentation and Pyxis for medication management
- Support services include IV/pharmacy, respiratory, PT, social work, transport, and rapid response
- 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- Every other or third weekend coverage required
- Floating within the health system is required
- Main responsibilities include managing post-operative adult and geriatric patients with complex surgical needs
- Strong support services are available for clinical and ancillary needs
- Holiday and weekend coverage required as scheduled
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience with similar patient populations
- Previous charge RN and teaching hospital 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
Employer
American Traveler
59 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah got me my first travel position. She was very proactive in finding me a suitable job and location.
Cons
None
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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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