Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Columbus, OH
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,251 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 16 Weeks
Start Date: 6/29/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Columbus, Ohio, 43210!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 16 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience preferred License: Must hold a valid nursing license Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) required, ACLS preferred Must-Have: EPIC charting experience required Oncology experience preferred, but not required Description: This position involves working in a secure corrections unit environment. You will float to various oncology medical-surgical units as needed. The focus is on ensuring staff safety. The unit is a locked unit with controlled access. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3 for the progressive care unit and 1:4-5 for medical-surgical assignments. Some shifts may be assigned to the medical-surgical unit while others are for the progressive care unit. Staff safety is a priority in this role. You will be responsible for the management of patients with active oncology diagnoses, including both solid tumors and hematology cases. Patients may also include those with a history of cancer who are admitted for other reasons, such as surgical procedures, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sepsis, abnormal lab results, and pneumonia. You will provide care for non-oncology diagnoses admitted for similar reasons. Key responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, interpretation, and management of dysrhythmias. You will use unit-based telemetry monitoring. The role also includes IV insulin protocols, management of feeding tubes, and pre/post hemodialysis management. You will administer blood products and provide central line and peripheral line care. Administering medications involves managing cardiac drips without titration and using patient-controlled analgesia. You will assist with respiratory needs, including external CPAP/BIPAP and interpretation of arterial blood gases. Collaboration with various interdisciplinary support services will be necessary. This position prioritizes patient care and safety while working in a defined corrections environment.

About Cynet Health

Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics. 

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

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