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

Join a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit in Columbus, Ohio, and advance your travel nursing career in a fast-paced healthcare setting serving adult and geriatric patients with complex medical needs. Columbus offers a welcoming Midwest atmosphere, a vibrant arts and dining scene, and plenty of local parks and attractions to enjoy when you're off the clock.

Job Details

• Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Step-Down Unit
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• Shifts Per Week: 3
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Weekend Coverage: Some weekends, including every other weekend
• Setting: High-acuity, fast-paced Progressive Care Unit
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:3

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience required
• Active compact RN license or Ohio RN license in hand at the time of submission
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• EPIC charting experience required
• Experience with conscious sedation, ventilated patients, and telemetry monitoring
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management, dysrhythmia interpretation, and cardiac/vasoactive drip management preferred
• Ability to float to equivalent or lower-acuity units as needed
• Two professional references required, including one from a manager, director, or supervisor

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a progressive care environment
• Monitor patients closely and respond quickly to changes in condition
• Care for patients with complex diagnoses, including respiratory failure, stroke, COPD, DKA, MI, influenza, and COVID
• Support patients requiring stable ventilators, non-invasive ventilation, high-flow oxygen therapy, and telemetry monitoring
• Assist with central line care, heparin protocols, and titrated drips within scope of practice
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to promote excellent patient outcomes
• Document thoroughly in EPIC and maintain clear, professional communication with the care team

Why Apply for This Travel Nursing Job?

• Competitive weekly pay for a travel RN opportunity in Columbus, Ohio
• High-acuity PCU experience in a respected acute care setting
• Opportunity to expand your step-down and telemetry nursing skills
• Supportive team environment in a strong healthcare market

Apply now for this travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio, and join a dedicated healthcare team delivering exceptional patient care.

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.