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Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) role requiring telemetry experience and an active OH or compact RN license. Details Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a correctional healthcare setting housing Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC) inmates Unit is locked and requires access from a Corrections Officer (CO) to enter Patient population includes active oncology diagnoses (solid tumor and hematology) as well as patients admitted for other conditions such as COPD, sepsis, abnormal labs, or pneumonia Patient ratio of 1:3-4 Rotating Day/Night schedule (3x12 hours), 36 hours/week, with shifts rotating every 4 weeks Every other weekend required (Friday & Saturday) Floating required within OSU Epic charting system preferred Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum 1 year of RN experience required Previous telemetry experience required Experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drips Strong cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management skills Experience with peripheral IV therapy, phlebotomy, and line care/management Experience with oxygen administration and nasal cannula use Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program Two professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role; Charge RN acceptable for second reference; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response as part of daily duties Utilize Rapid Response/Code teams as needed Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols Required to complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly upon contract signing due to strict compliance timelines Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location shortly after booking; those farther away will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less Local candidates are accepted at the same pay rate Former employees eligible for travel assignments after 6 months away from the facility Current employees are not eligible for travel assignments at this health system First-time travelers are welcome to apply