Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

Skills required: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, isolation precautions/PPE, MS/Tele, oxygen administration, peripheral line care, rapid response/code team protocols. First-time travelers are encouraged to apply, making this an ideal position for nurses looking to launch or advance their travel nursing career in a supportive progressive care unit.

Job Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Ohio

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week, 4:1 patient ratio. Weekend coverage required (4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule). Float within organization required. 36-hour orientation provided.

Highlights:

• Progressive Care/Stepdown unit serving adult and geriatric patients with general chronic medical conditions
• Mixed-acuity environment with 4:1 patient ratio across all shifts
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and more
• First-time travelers welcome to apply (candidates with only 1 year of experience subject to manager review)
• Two pre-approved time-off periods available during assignment
• Contract length: 13 weeks

Requirements:

• Current RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year of progressive care or stepdown nursing experience
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Nursing degree from ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skills required: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, isolation precautions/PPE, MS/Tele, oxygen administration, peripheral line care, rapid response/code team protocols
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager, director, or formal supervisor)
• Ability to float to different units within the organization as needed
• Ohio fingerprinting must be completed promptly upon contract signing
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive care environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive support services. The unit provides meaningful patient care for adults and geriatric populations in a well-resourced academic medical setting. First-time travelers are encouraged to apply, making this an ideal position for nurses looking to launch or advance their travel nursing career in a supportive progressive care unit.