Travel Oncology PCU Registered Nurse - $2,095 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/20/2026 Duration: 16 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Apr 20, 2026 Length: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Oncology PCU (Progressive Care Unit) position requiring high-acuity PCU experience and telemetry skills, with oncology experience preferred but not required. Details Work in a 36-bed Medical Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to PCU-level care at an academic cancer hospital Unit serves adult patients with diagnoses including solid tumors, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology, with a high-acuity PCU focus and a smaller med/surg component Pediatric patients are occasionally present on the unit but are extremely rare and are typically managed by permanent staff — pediatric experience is not required PCU patient ratio is 1:3; med/surg telemetry ratio is 1:4-5 Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30); rotating day/night contracts may also be scheduled for days, nights, or a combination based on departmental needs Schedule is self-requested and then balanced and finalized by the department on a 4-week scheduling cycle Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity Equipment used includes GE B450 telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation setups Epic EMR environment (academic cancer center) Requirements Active OH RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand Current certifications required: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Minimum 2 years of high-acuity PCU experience required Oncology experience preferred but not required Previous travel nursing experience preferred Required skills include: telemetry/dysrhythmia interpretation, central line and PICC line care/management, port access, blood product administration, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), PCA pump management, cardiac drip management (titration and non-titration), heparin protocols, feeding tube care, tracheostomy management, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and IV insertion Preferred skills include: chemotherapy administration and monitoring, arterial line management, IV insulin/insulin drip titration, wound care/wound vac, phlebotomy, surgical drain management, and non-invasive airway management Two professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration Additional Information Orientation consists of the first week on a Monday–Friday dayshift schedule, followed by a second week of 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor Heavy emphasis on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention All time-off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial application Candidates who have previously worked at this facility do not require a 30-day break between assignments to change representation (except Sterile Processing Techs) American Traveler Job ID P-686571. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.