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: 11/16/2026
- 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: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU role requiring compact or Ohio RN licensure, telemetry experience, and a rotating day/night schedule in a correctional unit setting.
Details
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown) in a teaching hospital setting
- Unit serves inmates under Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC) oversight, with access controlled by Corrections Officers
- Patient population includes oncology diagnoses (solid tumor and hematology) as well as patients admitted for other conditions such as COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, and abnormal labs
- Patient ratio of 1:3-4
- Rotating Day/Night schedule (3x12 hours), 36 hours per week, with shift rotation every 4 weeks
- Every other weekend required (Friday and Saturday)
- Floating required within OSU facilities
- Epic charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
- Previous telemetry experience required
- Experience with IV insulin protocols and insulin drips required
- Strong skills in cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
- Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams required
- Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care/management required
- Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role; Charge RN acceptable for second reference; coworker references not accepted
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, oxygen administration, and IV therapy within a correctional healthcare unit
- Candidates with only 1 year of experience will require manager review prior to offer
- Fingerprinting through the state of Ohio must be completed urgently after contract signing; candidates may need to travel to a fingerprinting location or complete a mailed packet depending on distance
- Former employees eligible for travel assignments after 6 months away from the facility
- Current OSU employees are not eligible for travel assignments at any Ohio State University hospital location
- Locals accepted at the same rate
- RTO must be submitted with the application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-767517. 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.