Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse - $1,769 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Emergency Department assignment in Ohio, requiring 2+ years of ER experience and a full certification package including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI.

Details

• Day shift, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM (3x12-hour shifts per week)
• Emergency Department setting at an academic medical center
• Patient ratio of approximately 1:3.5
• Patient population includes trauma, stroke, STEMI, psychiatric holds, pediatric emergencies, and ventilated patients
• Procedures and skills utilized include triage, dysrhythmia interpretation, emergency medication administration, and procedural sedation
• Epic EMR for documentation; Pyxis for medication dispensing
• Floating to other units is required
• Every other or every third weekend required

Requirements

• Active Ohio RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI
• Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required
• Proficiency with triage, dysrhythmia interpretation, emergency medications, procedural sedation, ventilated patients, trauma, psych holds, and pediatric emergency care
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; coworker references are not accepted
• Experience in a Level I Trauma Center, stroke-certified, or STEMI-certified facility preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• Navy scrubs required
• 36 hours of orientation provided
• Former employees of this facility are eligible after a 6-month separation period
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted prior to acceptance and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the contract
• Ohio fingerprinting is required and must be initiated promptly after accepting the position; candidates outside Ohio will need to travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet upon receipt
• Parking options are available for purchase through CampusParc, ranging from a budget shuttle-based option to a guaranteed on-site garage permit

American Traveler Job ID #P-714172. 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 - Emergency Dept

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.