Travel SICU Registered Nurse - $2,077 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 13 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: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU/Oncology position requiring 2+ years of current ICU experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Surgical ICU unit within an oncology hospital setting
• Cares for adult patients with diagnoses including hemorrhagic and hypovolemic shock, sepsis, septic shock, pneumonia, ARDS, craniotomy, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, intracranial hypertension, and delirium
• Performs specialized procedures including External Ventricular Drain management, ICP monitoring, Massive Transfusion Protocol, mechanical ventilation, heated high flow, BiPAP, CPAP, tracheostomy management, CRRT, and vasopressor titration
• 13-week assignment with a 12-hour night shift schedule (3x12, 19:00-7:30) with possible day/night rotation based on department needs
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of current ICU experience required, consistently within the last 12 months and in the applicable specialty
• Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central and PICC line care, blood product administration, and port access/management
• Skilled in ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, and ETT/NT suctioning
• Skilled in CRRT/CVVHD, continuous IV sedation, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, and IV insulin protocols
• Skilled in CVA/acute stroke management, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and care of multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor and the second acceptable from a Charge RN; no coworker references accepted

Additional Information

• Provides critical care nursing to adult surgical ICU and oncology patients requiring advanced monitoring and life support interventions
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Former facility employees are eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of the health system are ineligible for this traveler position
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing the contract due to strict compliance timelines

American Traveler Job ID #P-729798. 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 - Surgical ICU

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.