ICU | RN

Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (ICU RN) - Night Shift | Travel Nurse Contract - Columbus, OH


ICU Registered Nurse (Travel) - Night shift in Columbus, OH; cardiac medical ICU, 13-week travel nursing contract for experienced critical care RNs. Join a leading cardiac ICU team and advance your critical care nursing career.


Join a dynamic team in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, as an ICU Registered Nurse at a renowned cardiac medical ICU. This 13-week travel contract offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility in a university city known for diverse culture, excellent dining, and beautiful parks. Experience urban living while making a meaningful impact on patient care as a cardiac ICU RN and critical care nurse.


Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
• Location: Columbus, OH 43210 (Columbus healthcare jobs / Ohio travel nursing)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (July 13, 2026 - October 12, 2026)
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 - 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Patient Ratio: 1:1-2 (critical care / cardiac ICU)
• Unit: Cardiac Medical ICU (CC98070 | 2 Ross CCU / ACU)
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend
• Orientation: 36 hours

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU or critical care nursing experience (cardiac ICU experience strongly preferred)
• EPIC electronic charting system experience required
• Valid RN license (compact or Ohio state license in hand at time of submission) - Ohio fingerprinting required upon contract signing
• Graduation from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA only)
• Two professional references (one from a manager/director or formal leadership; Charge RN acceptable for second reference)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred for travel nurse jobs in Columbus / Ohio travel nursing positions

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to adult patients with complex cardiac and medical needs as an ICU RN
• Manage and monitor ventilators, telemetry, and advanced cardiac devices (IABP, Impella, CRRT, EKOS)
• Perform IV starts, arterial line management, blood product administration, and central/PICC line care
• Interpret arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias; titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Administer emergency medications and procedural sedation when indicated
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams
• Float to different units within the OSU organization as needed
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using the EPIC system

Why This Travel Nursing Opportunity

• Work in a high-acuity cardiac medical ICU with experienced critical care teams
• Competitive weekly pay and comprehensive orientation for travel RNs
• Opportunity to expand critical care and cardiac nursing skills (ventilator management, CRRT, IABP/Impella)
• Live and work in Columbus, OH - strong arts scene, riverfront parks, and easy access to major attractions

Ready to take the next step in your critical care nursing career? Apply now to join our ICU team in Columbus, Ohio. This is an excellent travel nurse job for experienced ICU RNs and cardiac critical care nurses seeking a 13-week contract. Join our healthcare team today and make a difference in cardiac critical care!


Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision


Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.