Travel Med Surg Tele RN - $2,113 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/05/2026 Duration: 16 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, rotating Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele Oncology position requiring 2 years of current acute care experience and telemetry skills. Details Med/Surg Tele oncology unit caring for all solid tumor cancer types across the full care spectrum, from new diagnosis through treatment and end-of-life transition Adult and geriatric patient population with common diagnoses including breast, lung, prostate, pancreatic, colon, and esophageal cancers, as well as antineoplastic chemotherapy encounters Target staffing ratio of 1:4, with occasional 1:5 Day (3x12, 7:00-19:30) or Night (3x12, 19:00-7:30) shifts, with potential for a rotating D/N schedule reviewed every 4-week period Variable weekend requirements based on unit needs Floating required to other MedSurg Oncology units No set or blocked scheduling available Epic charting system used Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration BLS certification required ONS Chemo certification preferred 2 years of current acute care RN experience required, consistently worked within the last 12 months and in the specialty applying for Telemetry interpretation and monitoring skills required Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs, and central line blood draws Experience accessing and managing ports preferred Experience with blood product administration Experience administering chemotherapy preferred Skilled in cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE use Tracheostomy care/management skills preferred Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor and the second acceptable from a Charge RN; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide med/surg and telemetry nursing care to oncology patients with a heavy focus on infection prevention and fall precautions Oncology experience preferred but not required; candidates should be willing to learn and grow their nursing practice First-time travelers are welcome to apply, though previous travel experience is preferred Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements urgently after signing a contract, either by traveling to an in-state location or completing a mailed fingerprinting packet if located far from Ohio Locals are accepted at the same pay rate Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible to be hired as a traveler RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less American Traveler Job ID P-745577. 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.