```htmlJob Opportunity – Emergency Department Holding Registered Nurse – Ohio
Start Date: October 5, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week, 4:1 patient ratio, caring for all age groups including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
Highlights:
- Emergency Department Holding/Observation unit with 32-bed capacity and daily census of 32 patients
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required in ER, ER Holding, or Medical-Surgical/Telemetry settings
- First-time travelers welcome with appropriate experience and credentials
- Travel assignment with potential for extension based on performance and facility needs
- Parking options available on-site with convenient 24/7 access to medical center garage
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of application)
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Emergency Department, ER Holding, or Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
- Education from ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
- Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or formal supervisor
- Experience with cardiac telemetry, ventilated patients, arterial line management, and chest tube management preferred
- Proficiency in IV management, blood product administration, dysrhythmia interpretation, and drip titration
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This Emergency Department Holding position offers the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you'll provide critical care to a diverse patient population spanning all age groups. You'll be supported by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team and have access to state-of-the-art resources while developing your emergency and observation nursing skills. This travel assignment provides an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a Level I trauma environment while experiencing all that Central Ohio has to offer.
Application Notes:
- Strict compliance requirements with credentialing deadlines
- Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed immediately upon contract signing
- Candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process
- Former employees must have been away from the facility for at least 6 months to be eligible
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
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