Travel Oncology Progressive Care RN
Company: American Traveler
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN
Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in
Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty:
Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start
Date: 01/26/2026 - Duration: 16 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift:
12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel /n Job Description/n
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a high acuity PCU Oncology
Telemetry position requiring strong progressive care experience and
OH or compact RN licensure. /n /n Responsibilities/n - Work in a
hospital-based Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a medical oncology
focus - Patient population includes adult oncology, solid tumor,
orthopedic and thoracic oncology with rare pediatric cases - Unit
is a 36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to
PCU level care - Typical ratios are 1:4-5 for Med Surg Telemetry
and 1:3 for PCU - Self-scheduling requests available, with day or
night 12-hour shifts - Patients may require continuous bladder
irrigation, telemetry monitoring, and use of specialized equipment
such as B450 monitors, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, and PCA pumps -
Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity - Uses GE
telemetry system - Responsibilities include caring for high acuity
oncology patients and implementing strict infection prevention and
fall reduction protocols - Team includes support staff with
orientation period involving preceptor support - First week of
orientation on dayshift Monday through Friday, followed by 36 hours
of on-unit preceptor orientation - Weekend shifts are variable
based on staffing needs - Chemotherapy administration, monitoring,
and other advanced skills are preferred but not required /n /n
Requirements/n - Active OH or compact RN license required - Current
BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke certifications required - Minimum of two
years high-acuity PCU experience required - Oncology experience
preferred but not required - Experience with telemetry and
progressive care equipment required - Ability to interpret
dysrhythmias and respond to rapid response situations - Strong
skills in central line management, blood product administration,
feeding tube management, PCA, and tracheostomy care - Ability to
manage cardiac drips, chest tubes, and various respiratory
therapies /n Benefits/n - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental
and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly
Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance -
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and
Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts /n American Traveler Job
ID P-651459. 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.
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