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

Travel PCU Registered Nurse opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, caring for adult and geriatric patients with acute leukemia and complex hematologic conditions. Join a high-acuity 24-bed progressive care and stepdown unit for a 16-week travel nursing assignment while collaborating with an experienced interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Travel RN Job Details

• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Assignment Type: PCU travel nursing contract
• Start Date: December 14, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 16 weeks, ending April 5, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940–$2,040
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients, primarily newly diagnosed acute leukemia patients
• Unit: 24-bed progressive care/stepdown unit with an average daily census of approximately 22 patients
• Staffing: Target nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, with assignments occasionally reaching 1:5
• Charting System: Epic
• Weekend Coverage: Variable according to unit needs
• Floating: May be required to other medical-surgical oncology units
• Orientation: 72 hours

PCU Travel Nurse Requirements

• Registered Nurse license in good standing; a valid compact or applicable state license must be in hand at submission
• At least 2 years of acute care nursing experience, including at least 1 year of current PCU, progressive care, stepdown, DOU, or IMC experience
• Recent, consistent acute care experience within the past 12 months
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Experience with telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response team collaboration
• Proficiency with IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, blood product administration, and feeding tube care
• Experience with Epic or a comparable computerized charting system
• Graduation from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Oncology nursing experience, NIHSS certification, and ONS chemotherapy certification are preferred but not required
• Two professional references, including at least one manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete required credentialing and fingerprinting promptly before the assignment start date

Progressive Care RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with acute leukemia and complex hematologic conditions
• Monitor patients requiring progressive care, telemetry, frequent assessments, IV therapies, antibiotics, electrolyte management, and blood products
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, including interpreting dysrhythmias and activating rapid response resources when appropriate
• Administer and monitor blood products according to established safety protocols
• Manage central lines, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, feeding tubes, and related treatment equipment
• Maintain a strong focus on infection prevention and patient-fall prevention
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in Epic
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, social services, radiology, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Promote safe, compassionate, patient-centered care in a high-acuity oncology and hematology environment

Columbus offers a vibrant city, welcoming neighborhoods, and diverse cultural and recreational opportunities. Apply now for this PCU travel nursing opportunity 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.