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

Join a 13-week PCU travel nursing assignment in Columbus, Ohio, providing progressive care, telemetry monitoring, and acute-care nursing for medically complex adult and geriatric patients. This on-site travel nurse opportunity welcomes first-time travelers and offers experience across a progressive care float pool with a supportive interdisciplinary team.

PCU Travel Nurse Job Details

• Job Title: Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN)
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940–$2,040
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Healthcare Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/step-down float pool
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients with a broad range of diagnoses
• Typical Assignment Ratio: Up to 1:3
• Float Expectations: May float among affiliated units based on staffing needs; nearby assignments are accessible without a lengthy commute
• Weekend Coverage: Weekend shifts may be assigned according to unit staffing needs

PCU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent Registered Nurse experience in a PCU, step-down, progressive care, intermediate care, or comparable acute-care setting
• First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply
• Active Ohio RN license or valid compact RN license in hand at the time of submission
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certification
• Recent Epic electronic health record experience
• Strong telemetry and cardiac rhythm interpretation skills
• Experience with IV starts, central-line care, arterial lines, chest tubes, feeding tubes, PICC lines, and blood product administration
• Comfort managing oxygen therapy, noninvasive ventilation, high-flow nasal cannula, insulin protocols, and non-titrated cardiac or vasoactive infusions
• Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Two professional references, including at least one reference from a supervisor, manager, director, or other formal leader
• Ability to complete required Ohio credentialing and fingerprinting promptly after accepting the assignment
• Current flu vaccination is required; medical exemptions may be considered

Progressive Care RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients requiring progressive care monitoring
• Assess patients, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly using rapid response and code team resources when appropriate
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond to changes in telemetry findings
• Manage patients with respiratory support needs, including nasal cannula, high-flow oxygen, BiPAP, and CPAP
• Provide care for patients with renal failure and those receiving pre- or post-hemodialysis management
• Administer medications, blood products, insulin protocols, and ordered non-titrated cardiac or vasoactive infusions safely
• Perform and document IV starts, peripheral and central-line care, chest-tube management, wound care, tracheostomy care, and feeding-tube management
• Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rehabilitation, social services, IV teams, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Float to other appropriate units as assigned while maintaining high standards of patient safety and clinical care

Why You'll Enjoy Columbus, Ohio

Columbus is a welcoming and energetic Ohio city known for its diverse neighborhoods, lively arts and dining scene, beautiful parks, and easy access to recreation. The 43210 area places you near a vibrant academic and cultural community, with convenient access to downtown attractions, local restaurants, museums, and the scenic Scioto River corridor. It is an appealing destination for healthcare professionals seeking meaningful clinical experience and an enjoyable city lifestyle.

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.