GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Neuro ICU for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Neuro ICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift Travel Job in Columbus, Ohio
Take your critical care nursing career to Columbus, OH, with this high-acuity Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) travel nurse job. Join a collaborative ICU team caring for critically ill adult patients in a fast-paced adult intensive care setting. Columbus is a welcoming city with a strong healthcare community, vibrant neighborhoods, and plenty of dining, entertainment, and outdoor options near the 43210 area.
Job Details
- Specialty: Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), Critical Care Nursing
- Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
- Setting: On-site, adult ICU
- Location: Columbus, OH 43210
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
- Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Schedule: Every other weekend; self-scheduling
- Call: None
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Patient Ratio: 1:1-2
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Float Requirement: May be required to float within the organization as needed
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at time of submission
- Minimum of 2 years of Medical ICU experience in an acute care or hospital setting
- Epic charting experience required
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Current NIHSS certification
- All certifications must be from AHA where applicable
- Experience with ventilators, telemetry, and IV starts
- Strong background caring for critically ill adult patients
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity ICU environment
- Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
- Two professional references required, including one from a manager, director, or other formal leader
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit
- Monitor and manage patients with multisystem organ failure, respiratory failure, sepsis, DKA, renal failure, liver failure, post-cardiac arrest, and COVID-related complications
- Safely manage ventilated patients and interpret dysrhythmias
- Administer and titrate continuous IV sedation as ordered
- Perform IV starts and maintain patient access as needed
- Document accurately in Epic and communicate patient status effectively with the interdisciplinary care team
- Collaborate with IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response teams, social services, and other healthcare partners
- Support specialized ICU care using equipment such as NxStage CRRT, Alaris IV pumps, GE cardiac monitors, and GE ventilators
- Deliver safe, compassionate, and highly attentive critical care nursing support
Why Join This Travel ICU Nursing Job?
- Competitive weekly pay for travel RN jobs in Columbus, Ohio
- High-acuity adult MICU experience that strengthens your critical care resume
- Night shift schedule with self-scheduling and no call
- Opportunity to work with a supportive interdisciplinary healthcare team
Apply now to join a rewarding Columbus, Ohio healthcare team and make an immediate impact in this Medical ICU Registered Nurse travel opportunity.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #506867. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: MICU
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.