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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse - Travel RN in Columbus, Ohio

Travel RN opportunity in Columbus, Ohio: Join a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit and provide expert patient care for adolescents and adults in a collaborative hospital setting. This on-site role in Columbus, Ohio 43210 places you in a dynamic city known for its welcoming healthcare community, convenient amenities, and vibrant local culture. This 13-week nursing contract is ideal for experienced PCU, stepdown, med-surg, ortho, or neuro/spine nurses, and first-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Job Details

• Position: PCU Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing Job
• Location: Columbus, Ohio 43210
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, 12 hours
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
• Patient Ratio: 4:1 on days, nights, and weekends
• Float Requirement: Required within the organization as needed

Job Requirements

• Active RN license in hand at time of submission
• At least 1 year of recent registered nurse experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Experience in PCU, stepdown, med-surg, ortho, or neuro surgery settings preferred
• Ability to care for adolescent and adult patients
• Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Comfort working nights and adapting to a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to mixed-acuity Progressive Care Unit patients
• Monitor telemetry and respond to changes in patient condition
• Interpret dysrhythmias, ABGs, and other key clinical indicators
• Manage IVs, central lines, arterial lines, PICC lines, and feeding tubes as needed
• Administer blood products, heparin protocols, insulin protocols, and cardiac drips per unit guidelines
• Care for orthopedic and neuro/spine surgery patients, including total joint replacements and spinal cord injuries
• Perform wound care, tracheostomy care, and surgical drain management
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support strong patient outcomes
• Float to other units within the organization when needed

Apply now for this Travel PCU Registered Nurse opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and join a team that values quality care, flexibility, and professional growth.

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.