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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Travel Registered Nurse – Night Shift Contract in Columbus, Ohio

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Travel Registered Nurse job in Columbus, Ohio, caring for adolescent and adult patients in a mixed-acuity setting. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers consistent night shifts, a 4:1 patient ratio, and the opportunity to strengthen your clinical expertise in progressive care, stepdown, and telemetry nursing. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.

Columbus is a vibrant, welcoming state capital known for its thriving arts and food scene, diverse neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and strong healthcare and academic community. It offers an excellent blend of urban energy and outdoor recreation for travel nurses seeking a rewarding Ohio healthcare assignment.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940–$2,040
• Start Date: November 30, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 4 patients per nurse
• Unit: Mixed-acuity PCU supporting orthopedic and neurological surgery patients
• Patient Population: Adolescents and adults
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Float: May be required to support other units within the healthcare system

PCU Travel RN Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent Registered Nurse experience, preferably in a Progressive Care Unit, PCU, stepdown, intermediate care, or telemetry setting
• Current Registered Nurse license in Ohio or a valid compact-state license in hand at the time of application
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Experience caring for orthopedic, spine surgery, neurosurgery, or other mixed-acuity patients is preferred
• Ability to provide two professional references, including at least one manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Comfort working night shifts, providing weekend coverage, and floating as needed
• Strong communication, patient assessment, organization, and clinical prioritization skills

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adolescent and adult PCU patients following orthopedic, spine, and neurological procedures
• Monitor telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, and recognize changes in patient condition
• Manage arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, feeding tubes, surgical drains, tracheostomies, and wound care needs
• Administer blood products, oxygen therapy, PCA medications, and prescribed cardiac or insulin infusions according to hospital protocols
• Perform pre- and post-operative assessments and support patients recovering from total joint replacement and spine surgery
• Apply isolation precautions and maintain safe, evidence-based infection prevention practices
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Document assessments, interventions, responses to treatment, and care plans accurately and promptly
• Float to other units when needed while maintaining safe, high-quality patient care

Apply now for this PCU travel nurse opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and take the next step in your travel nursing career.

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.