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PCU Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Columbus, Ohio

Join a collaborative progressive care team as a PCU Registered Nurse (RN) supporting adult and geriatric patients in progressive care, step-down, and intermediate care settings. This Columbus, Ohio travel nursing opportunity offers consistent day shifts, a 36-hour workweek, and the chance to provide high-quality care alongside strong interdisciplinary support services.

Located in Columbus, Ohio, the 43210 area offers an energetic, welcoming community with convenient access to dining, parks, cultural attractions, and city amenities. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.

Travel RN Job Details

• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Float Pool Registered Nurse
• Location: Columbus, Ohio 43210
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940–$2,040
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour day shifts
• Shift Hours: 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:3
• Float Requirement: May float to other units within the healthcare system according to staffing needs
• Weekend Scheduling: Weekend shifts may be assigned based on unit staffing needs
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic

PCU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent Registered Nurse experience in a PCU, progressive care, step-down, intermediate care, or similar setting
• Valid compact or Ohio Registered Nurse license in hand at the time of submission
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Graduation from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Previous travel nursing experience is not required; first-time travel nurses are welcome to apply
• Recent Epic experience required
• Proficiency with IV starts, telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, central and peripheral line management, and cardiac and respiratory support
• Ability to provide two professional references, including at least one supervisor, manager, director, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete required credentialing and fingerprinting promptly before the assignment start date

PCU Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with complex medical and surgical conditions in PCU and step-down settings
• Assess patients, develop and implement individualized care plans, and evaluate outcomes
• Monitor cardiac telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Manage oxygen therapy, high-flow nasal cannula, BiPAP/CPAP, tracheostomies, chest tubes, and other noninvasive airway support
• Administer medications, blood products, insulin protocols, and non-titrated cardiac or vasoactive infusions according to established standards
• Provide central line, PICC, peripheral IV, feeding tube, wound, and isolation care
• Support patients receiving pre- and post-procedure, neurosurgical, renal, and hemodialysis-related care
• Recognize and escalate clinical deterioration, utilizing rapid response and code team resources when appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation, social services, radiology, IV teams, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Float to assigned units as needed while maintaining safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in Epic

Apply now for this PCU Registered Nurse travel contract and join a supportive healthcare team in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.