PCU RN
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jan 4, 2027
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an MS/Tele Progressive Care Unit role requiring telemetry experience and prior cardiac monitoring skills within a correctional healthcare setting.

Details

• MS/Tele unit within a hospital setting that also serves as a locked corrections unit for Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC) inmates
• Unit access requires clearance from a Corrections Officer (CO)
• Patient population includes oncology patients (solid tumor and hematology) as well as patients admitted for surgical procedures, COPD, sepsis, abnormal labs, and pneumonia
• Patient ratio of 1:4-5
• Rotating Day/Night schedule (3x12 hours), 36 hours per week
• Rotating schedule changes every 4 weeks, alternating between day and night shifts
• Required to work every other weekend (Friday & Saturday)
• Floating required within OSU
• Assignment length options of 13-26 weeks

Requirements

• Active RN license (Ohio state or compact) required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS also required
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required
• Previous telemetry experience required
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drips required
• Strong cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management skills required
• Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy and peripheral line care and management
• Experience with respiratory care including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and oxygen tanks
• Experience with non-invasive airway management and isolation precautions/PPE
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager, director, or supervisor; a Charge RN is acceptable for the second reference; coworker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• Provide cardiac monitoring and emergency response care within a correctional healthcare environment
• First-time travelers will be considered, though candidates with only 1 year of experience will require manager review before an offer is extended
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible to be hired as a traveler
• RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio BCI and FBI fingerprinting promptly after accepting an offer, including a lifetime background check search