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 Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 16 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a comprehensive cancer center requiring 2 years of high acuity Med Surg Tele experience and OH or compact RN licensure. Details Comprehensive Cancer Center with 318 acute care beds, units specialized by cancer diagnosis Floating required to MedSurg and PCU Oncology units including BMT, Acute Leukemia, Hematology, Medical Oncology, PCU Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Urology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, and Corrections Healthcare Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:30), with potential for day/night rotation based on department needs Staffing ratios vary by unit: PCU 1:3 (up to 1:4 with mixed acuity), MedSurg Tele ideally 1:4 (up to 1:5) Variable weekend scheduling based on unit needs No set or blocked scheduling available Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period, though changes are not guaranteed Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required at time of submission Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required OCN and ONS/ONCC certifications preferred Minimum 2 years of current, high acuity Med Surg Tele or higher experience, consistently worked within the last 12 months and in the specialty applied for Epic charting experience required Teaching hospital experience preferred Previous travel nursing experience required Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, cardiac monitoring, heparin protocols, feeding tube care, tracheostomy care, oxygen administration, non-invasive airway management, and isolation precautions/PPE Preferred skills include chemotherapy administration and monitoring, port access/management, chest tube management, HFNC, craniotomy and CVA care, IV insulin protocol management, PCA, cardiac drip management, mastectomy and skin graft care 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or supervisor and the second from a charge RN; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide direct patient care across multiple oncology and medical-surgical specialty units First week of orientation is Monday-Friday day shift, followed by five bedside orientation shifts across weeks two and three before working independently Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly upon signing contract due to strict compliance timelines Candidates located outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an in-state fingerprinting location; those at extreme distances will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet RTO must be submitted with the contract and is limited to 7 days or less Local candidates are accepted at the same rate Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more Current employees of any Ohio State University hospital location are ineligible for traveler positions First-time travelers are not being considered for this role given the travel experience requirement American Traveler Job ID P-742762. 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.