Travel Med Surg Telemetry 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
• StartDate: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a comprehensive cancer center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of high-acuity Med/Surg Tele experience and an active OH or compact RN license.

Details

• Located within a comprehensive cancer center with 318 acute care beds and specialized inpatient oncology units of 36 beds each
• Units are specialized by cancer diagnosis, with a heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention
• Floating required across multiple oncology units including BMT, Acute Leukemia, Hematology, Medical Oncology, PCU Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Urology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, and Corrections Healthcare
• Staffing ratios are 1:3 on PCU (up to 1:4 with mixed acuity) and ideally 1:4 on Med/Surg Tele (up to 1:5)
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• If accepting a day/night rotating contract, shift assignments (days, nights, or a combination) are determined by department needs and reviewed every 4-week scheduling period
• Weekend scheduling is variable based on unit needs
• No set or blocked scheduling is available
• Self-scheduling requests are submitted for consideration prior to the final posted schedule
• Epic EMR (assumed based on facility context — verify if needed)

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of high-acuity Med/Surg Tele experience or higher required
• Oncology experience preferred but not required
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; co-worker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• Orientation begins with the first week Mon–Fri on day shift, followed by five bedside orientation shifts across weeks 2 and 3, after which the traveler works independently
• Ohio state fingerprinting is required and must be completed promptly after accepting the position — candidates outside Ohio will need to travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location or will be mailed a fingerprinting packet to complete urgently upon receipt
• Local candidates are accepted
• Former employees of the facility are eligible after a minimum 6-month separation
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of consideration and must not exceed 7 days
• Paid parking options are available on campus through CampusParc, including a full-access garage permit and a budget surface lot permit with shuttle service

American Traveler Job ID #P-717144. 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.