American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/01/2025
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position caring for mixed acuity patients, with Epic experience and night shifts required.
Responsibilities
- Work in a hospital Med/Surg Telemetry unit with a mixed acuity of PCU and med/surg patients
- Night shift is required, working 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30, with D/N rotating shift option available
- Patient ratio is 1:5
- Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity
- Care includes telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy management, and IV starts
- Epic is the EMR used and experience is required
- First week orientation is Monday through Friday on dayshift, followed by 36 hours on-unit with a preceptor
- Responsibilities include providing nursing care for patients with varying acuity, including PCU-level and med/surg-level care
- Self-scheduling is available, with schedule requests submitted before finalization
- Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
- Former employees eligible if separated for at least 6 months; current employees of the hospital system are ineligible
- First-time travelers will be considered
- Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting as soon as possible after contract signing
- RTO (Requested Time Off) must be submitted and built into the contract
- Dress code and scrub colors are not specified
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license must be in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum 2 years RN experience required
- BCLS certification required
- Experience with telemetry and IV starts required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager, director, or formal leadership capacity
- Oncology experience preferred but not required
- Previous travel experience preferred but not required
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-621884. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
