Travel Med Surg Tele RN - $2,246 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: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a high-acuity oncology unit requiring 2 years of inpatient nursing experience and an active OH or compact RN license

Details

• Mixed acuity PCU/MS Tele unit caring for medical oncology patients with approximately 24 PCU beds and 24 MS Tele beds
• High acuity patient population with a variety of diagnoses ranging from solid tumors to some blood cancers
• Rare pediatric patients may be present but are primarily cared for by permanent staff
• 12-hour Day (7:00-19:30) or Night (19:00-7:30) shifts, with potential for a rotating D/N schedule based on department needs
• Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period
• Staffing ratios targeted at 1:4-5, though this may vary based on unit needs
• Weekend shift requirements are variable
• Uses GE B450 telemetry monitors, bladder scanners, Alaris pumps, PCA pumps, and Continuous Bladder Irrigation equipment
• Epic charting system experience required
• Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• 2 years of inpatient nursing experience required, must be current and within the last 12 months in the specialty applied for
• Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response/code team protocols
• Familiarity with isolation precautions and PPE
• Chemotherapy administration and monitoring skills preferred
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy care preferred
• Continuous Bladder Irrigation experience preferred
• Heparin protocol and IV insulin protocol experience preferred
• Surgical drain management experience preferred
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; coworker references not accepted

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to a high-acuity oncology patient population with a heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and fall prevention
• Chemotherapy competence not required for this unit, but professional development training including a 2-day chemo course is available for interested candidates
• Willingness to learn and grow nursing practice is welcomed; first-time travelers may be considered
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for a travel assignment
• Requested time off must be submitted with the contract and limited to 7 days or less
• Ohio fingerprinting is required promptly after signing the contract as part of the credentialing process

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.