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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 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: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Medical ICU RN requiring 2 years of MICU experience and Epic proficiency for a rotating day/night shift assignment. Details MICU setting within a hospital environment Patient ratios of approximately 1:1-2 Rotating 3x12 schedule (36 hours/week) on a day or night rotation, rotating every 4 weeks Day shift hours 7:00-19:30 and night shift hours 19:00-7:30 Cares for patients with multisystem organ failure, respiratory failure, COVID, sepsis, post-cardiac arrest, DKA, liver failure, and renal failure Utilizes continuous glucose monitoring for hyperglycemia management Utilizes externalized IV pumps for COVID patients Works with NxStage CRRT, Alaris IV pumps, GE cardiac monitors, GE ventilators, and in-room boom lifts Uses Epic EMR Requirements Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA certifications only) Minimum 2 years of Medical ICU experience required Epic charting experience required Proficient in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and ventilator management Experience with continuous IV sedation, cardiac monitoring, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or supervisor and the second allowed to be from a Charge RN (no coworker references accepted)
Additional Information Provides direct care for critically ill medical ICU patients, including ventilator and hemodynamic management Responsible for managing patients with complex multisystem conditions and emergent cardiac events Must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing the contract due to strict compliance timelines Candidates located a drivable distance from Ohio must travel to complete fingerprinting, while those farther away will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less Local candidates are accepted at the same pay rate Former facility employees are eligible to return as travelers after a 6-month separation Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are not eligible for travel assignments Previous travel nursing experience is preferred but not required American Traveler Job ID P-763687. 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 - Medical ICU 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.