Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,287 per week in Columbus, OH

Skills required: arterial line management, central line care, blood product administration, vasoactive drip titration, BiPAP/CPAP management, high-flow nasal cannula, interpretation of dysrhythmias and ABGs, and care of ventilated patients. This critical care float pool position offers experienced ICU nurses the chance to expand their clinical expertise across multiple specialty units while maintaining a consistent night shift schedule.

Job Opportunity – Critical Care Float Pool RN – Ohio

Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, Night shift. Contract must extend through January 2, 2027. Minimum every-other-weekend coverage required.

Highlights:

• Float to multiple critical care units based on staffing needs and patient acuity, including Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, Medical ICU, CVICU, and Cardiology/Diagnostics units
• Work with diverse patient populations including transplant patients (kidney, liver, lung, heart), post-cardiac surgery, CVA/stroke, and multisystem organ dysfunction
• EPIC charting system utilized across all units
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, physical therapy, and radiology
• Float only to units of equivalent or lower acuity based on facility policy
• Travel nursing assignment with competitive compensation package

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (required)
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical record system
• Demonstrated competency in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and ventilator management
• Previous travel nursing experience strongly preferred
• Valid RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Two professional references required, including at least one manager or formal leadership reference
• Skills required: arterial line management, central line care, blood product administration, vasoactive drip titration, BiPAP/CPAP management, high-flow nasal cannula, interpretation of dysrhythmias and ABGs, and care of ventilated patients

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This critical care float pool position offers experienced ICU nurses the chance to expand their clinical expertise across multiple specialty units while maintaining a consistent night shift schedule. You'll work with a full spectrum of critical care patients in a collaborative environment supported by comprehensive interdisciplinary teams and cutting-edge technology. This role is ideal for adaptable, experienced travel nurses seeking variety and professional growth in a major academic medical setting.

Additional Information:

• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required
• Parking options available with monthly or annual permit structures
• Urgent fingerprinting process required for Ohio compliance – candidates must complete promptly upon contract signing
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from facility; current employees ineligible for travel positions
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate