PCU RN
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,210/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring a valid OH or compact RN license and at least 2 years of PCU experience.
Details
- Work within the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Maintain a patient ratio of approximately 1 nurse to 5 patients
- Day shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:30 PM)
- Weekday schedule with occasional weekends and rotating holidays
- Float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
- Utilize Epic for documentation
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications
- Minimum 2 years of PCU or strong Stepdown experience required (ICU experience not required)
- Minimum 1 year of charge RN experience
- Epic charting experience required
- Proficient in IV starts and telemetry monitoring
- Skilled in dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Experience with nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management
- Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or formal leadership role; charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care within a progressive care/stepdown telemetry environment
- Must complete Ohio BCI and FBI fingerprinting promptly upon accepting an offer due to strict compliance timelines
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
- Former employees eligible to return as travelers only after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
- Current employees of the health system are ineligible for travel assignments at this facility
- Requested time off must be submitted and built into the contract prior to start, limited to 7 days or less
- First-time travelers may be considered, as travel experience is not required
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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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