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Travel PCU Registered Nurse – Surgical Oncology Progressive Care Unit in Columbus, OH

Travel PCU RN opportunity in Columbus, Ohio: Join a fast-paced surgical oncology progressive care team in Columbus, OH 43210, where you’ll care for a diverse adult and geriatric patient population in a mixed-acuity environment.

This travel nursing job is ideal for a confident Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse who enjoys high-acuity teamwork, strong clinical variety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every shift. Located in Columbus’s energetic University District, the area offers a vibrant city feel with convenient access to dining, cultural attractions, parks, and everything that makes Central Ohio a great place to work and explore.

Job Details

• Position: Travel PCU Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing
• Setting: Mixed-acuity surgical oncology PCU / Med Surg unit
• Location: Columbus, OH 43210
• Start Date: 11/2/2026
• Contract Duration: 16 weeks
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
• Charting System: Epic
• Orientation: 72 hours
• Weekend Coverage: Variable based on unit needs
• Floating: May float within scope of practice to other acute care oncology units

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of total acute care nursing experience
• At least 1 year of recent PCU nursing experience required
• Current acute care experience must be active and consistent within the last 12 months
• Valid RN license in hand at time of submission
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Experience with Epic charting required
• Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Strong clinical background in telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation, and progressive care nursing
• Ability to work in a busy mixed-acuity oncology environment

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate care to adults and geriatrics on a surgical oncology PCU unit
• Monitor and manage patients with complex diagnoses including surgical oncology, hepatobiliary, colorectal, plastics, ortho surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery
• Administer and manage therapies such as chemotherapy, blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, insulin drips, and heparin drips
• Support patients experiencing oncologic emergencies and cytokine release syndrome
• Perform chest tube care and assist with respiratory support needs such as BiPAP/CPAP and tracheostomy care
• Maintain a strong focus on infection prevention, patient safety, and fall reduction
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality care
• Adapt to rotating unit needs, including variable weekends and floating within scope

Apply now for this Travel PCU Registered Nurse job in Columbus, Ohio and join a high-performing healthcare team today.

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.