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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: 01/04/2027 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: Jan 4, 2027 Length: 16 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for an oncology unit requiring 2 years of acute care experience and telemetry interpretation skills. Details Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:30 AM) Med/Surg Oncology unit caring for all solid tumor cancers across the full cancer journey, including end-of-life transition care Adult and geriatric patient population Common diagnoses include breast, lung, prostate, pancreatic, colon, and esophageal cancers, plus patients receiving antineoplastic chemotherapy Target staffing ratio of 1:4, sometimes up to 1:5 Variable weekend scheduling based on unit needs, with no set or blocked scheduling Floating required to other Med/Surg Oncology units Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and fall prevention Uses Epic for charting Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration BLS certification required ONS Chemo certification preferred Minimum 2 years of current acute care experience in the same specialty, consistently worked within the last 12 months Telemetry interpretation and monitoring skills required Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs, central line blood draws, and blood product administration Experience accessing/managing ports and administering chemotherapy preferred Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response Isolation precautions/PPE knowledge required Tracheostomy care/management skills preferred Epic charting experience required Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program required 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager/director or supervisor and the second from a manager/director/supervisor or charge RN; coworker references not accepted Additional Information Provide direct med/surg nursing care to oncology patients throughout their cancer treatment journey Oncology experience preferred but not required; candidates should come with a willingness to learn and grow their nursing practice Travel experience not required, first-time travelers welcome Local candidates accepted at the same rate Candidates must complete Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting as soon as they accept an offer, including a lifetime background check search 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 to work as a traveler Requested time off must be submitted with the contract and limited to 7 days or less American Traveler Job ID P-746501. 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.