Travel MICU RN - $2,077 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit
• 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 seeking an experienced RN for a Medical ICU position requiring 2+ years of current MICU experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Work in the Medical ICU (MICU) of a cancer hospital and research center
• Care for adult and geriatric patients with complex critical illnesses including oncologic emergencies, COPD, pneumonia, ARDS, GI bleeds, neuromuscular disease, drug overdose, oncologic treatment complications, pulmonary hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and sepsis
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Perform and manage treatments such as mechanical ventilation, pulmonary artery catheter placement, CRRT, arterial pressure monitoring, cardiac monitoring, chest tubes, central venous catheters, chemotherapy administration, complex medication regimens, clinical trials, and plasmapheresis
• Support patients requiring bronchoscopy or endoscopy for underlying pulmonary and gastrointestinal conditions
• 13-week assignment on a night shift schedule (3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM) with potential for a rotating day/night schedule based on department needs
• Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period, though changes are not guaranteed
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of current MICU/critical care experience, consistently practiced within the last 12 months
• Experience in IV therapy, including starting and maintaining IVs, accessing/managing ports, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line and PICC line care
• Respiratory/thoracic skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, care of ventilated patients, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC), ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, and ventilator management
• Experience managing chronic/acute renal failure patients
• Skilled in continuous IV sedation, procedural sedation administration/monitoring, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Experience with external ventricular drain (EVD) management preferred
• Proficient in infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and phlebotomy
• Cardiac monitoring skills including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Knowledge of IV insulin protocols
• Epic charting system experience required
• 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; a Charge RN is acceptable for the second reference; coworker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive critical care nursing to hemodynamically compromised MICU patients
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Previous travel healthcare experience is required
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment once they have been separated from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of the health system are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this facility
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract prior to placement, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing the contract, as delays can impact start dates

American Traveler Job ID #P-740765. 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 - Medical 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.