Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit in Columbus, OH
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Columbus
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location:
Columbus, OH Agency: TechLink Systems, Inc. Pay: Competitive weekly
pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12
hours Contract Duration: 16 Weeks Start Date: 2/23/2026 About the
Position TravelNurseSource is working with TechLink Systems, Inc.
to find a qualified PCU RN in Columbus, Ohio, 43210! Job Title:
Registered Nurse - PCU Location (Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?):
Columbus, OH (ONSITE) Contract Duration: 16 weeks Working Hours:
Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30) Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Total
Weekly Hours: 36 hrs ONCOLOGY EXPERIENCE PREFERRED BUT NOT
REQUIRED. EPIC CHARTING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! Key Responsibilities:
Float to various Oncology Medical-Surgical (MS) units as needed.
Ensure staff safety in a secure corrections unit environment.
Certifications Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) Special
Procedures/Unit Details: Unit is a corrections unit for Ohio
Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC) inmates. Locked
unit with access controlled by Corrections Officers (CO). CO to
inmate ratio: 1:2. Nurse to patient ratio: 1:3 for PCU, 1:4-5 for
MS. Some shifts will be assigned to MS, others to PCU. Shifts:
Weekend shifts vary based on unit requirements. If you accept a
12D/N rotating contract, you may be scheduled for days, nights, or
a combination of both, depending on the department s needs. Shift
assignments are reviewed every 4-week scheduling period, but
changes are not guaranteed and are based on staffing priorities at
that time. Systems Utilized: Medication System: Pyxis Documentation
System: EPIC Patient Care and Management: Patient Diagnoses: o
Active oncology diagnoses/treatments, including solid tumors and
hematology. o Oncology workup admissions. o History of cancer
admitted for other reasons (surgical procedures, COPD, sepsis,
abnormal labs, pneumonia, etc.). o Non-oncology diagnoses admitted
for reasons listed above. Skills and Competencies: o
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Cardiac Monitoring and Emergency
Response: ? Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias ?
Unit-based telemetry monitoring o Endocrine/Metabolic: IV insulin
protocols o Gastrointestinal: Feeding tube care and management o
Genitourinary/Renal: Pre/Post Hemodialysis and renal failure
management o IV Therapy/Phlebotomy: Blood product administration,
central line and peripheral line care/management, PICC line
management, starting IVs o Medications: Heparin protocols,
management of cardiac drips (no titration), PCA (Patient-Controlled
Analgesia) o Respiratory: External CPAP/BIPAP, High Flow Nasal
Cannula (HFNC), interpretation of ABGs (Arterial Blood Gases),
nasal cannula, oxygen face masks, portable oxygen tanks,
non-invasive airway management, tracheostomy management Provider
Support: Interpretation Services Pharmacy Physical Therapy
Radiology Rapid Response Teams Respiratory Services Social Services
Transportation 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of
experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be
beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced
degrees, or specialized certifications. Healthcare facilities may
follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these
diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and
healthcare delivery. If you have a sense of adventure, travel
nursing provides the opportunity to explore different cities,
states, or even countries. You can immerse yourself in new
environments and enjoy diverse landscapes and recreational
activities. Travel nursing allows you to experience different
cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique
customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural
competence and enriching your personal and professional life.
Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of
professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of
exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice.
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