Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

You'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team in a unit that treats complex oncology and medical-surgical cases, providing critical care while enhancing your expertise in cardiac monitoring and acute nursing interventions. Patient population includes active oncology diagnoses, post-surgical patients, COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, and other acute conditions.

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, every other weekend (Friday and Saturday nights)

Highlights:

• Progressive Care Unit specializing in oncology and general medical-surgical patients
• Patient population includes active oncology diagnoses, post-surgical patients, COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, and other acute conditions
• Strong focus on cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and critical care skills
• Epic charting system preferred; comprehensive 32-hour orientation provided
• Unit census of 34 patients with 44 beds available
• Opportunity to work with adult and geriatric populations in a specialized care environment

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of current acute care nursing experience in Progressive Care, Step-Down, or Telemetry setting
• Active and unrestricted RN license (Compact or Ohio state license)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Previous telemetry and cardiac monitoring experience mandatory
• Demonstrated experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drips
• Strong dysrhythmia interpretation and management skills
• Experience with isolation precautions, IV management, oxygen administration, and rapid response protocols
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Ability to float within the healthcare system as needed
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager or director)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to develop advanced clinical skills in a specialized progressive care environment serving a diverse patient population. You'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team in a unit that treats complex oncology and medical-surgical cases, providing critical care while enhancing your expertise in cardiac monitoring and acute nursing interventions. This role is ideal for nurses seeking to expand their clinical knowledge in a challenging and rewarding healthcare setting.

Additional Information:

• Strict compliance requirements; Ohio fingerprinting must be completed immediately upon contract signing
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
• Local candidates accepted
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the organization
• First-time travelers welcome to apply