Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,077 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• 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: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift teaching hospital role requiring at least 1 year of experience and prior travel assignment history.

Details

• Work in the Medical Surgical unit of a teaching hospital
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Cardiac monitoring and emergency response duties
• Participation in Rapid Response/Code teams
• IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care/management
• Respiratory care including nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, and oxygen administration

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience required
• Previous travel assignment experience required; first-time travelers not eligible
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE required
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or supervisor and no coworker references accepted

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care within a Med/Surg unit, including monitoring, emergency response, and respiratory support
• Utilize isolation precautions and PPE per professional standards
• RTO must be submitted with the initial contract and limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible for travel assignments at this health system
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines

American Traveler Job ID #P-751503. 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

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.