Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,120 per week in Columbus, OH

Experience with telemetry, cardiac monitoring, vasoactive drip management, arterial line management, and ventilated patient care strongly preferred. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive support services, you'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care during critical observation periods.

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Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week. Patient ratio of 4:1. Unit census of 32 beds serving all age groups including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Highlights:

• Emergency Department holding/observation unit with diverse patient population across the full lifespan
• Epic charting system utilized
• First-time travelers welcome; minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and social services
• Trauma-level experience preferred; community hospital and LTAC backgrounds valued
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers

Requirements:

• Active Registered Nurse license (compact or Ohio state license required at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in ER, ER holding, medical-surgical, or telemetry settings
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS (current and valid)
• Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with telemetry, cardiac monitoring, vasoactive drip management, arterial line management, and ventilated patient care strongly preferred
• Two professional references required: at least one from a manager, director, or formal supervisor; charge nurse acceptable for second reference
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process immediately upon contract signing
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic emergency holding environment where you'll care for a wide variety of patients and diagnoses across all age groups. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive support services, you'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care during critical observation periods. This position is ideal for experienced nurses seeking a fast-paced, clinically diverse environment with the stability of night shift scheduling.

Application Notes:

• Strict compliance deadlines apply; candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process
• Request time off (RTO) must be identified at submission and built into contract
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the facility; current employees at any location within the health system are ineligible
• Parking options available ranging from $16.35 to $224.80 per month through the facility's parking provider

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