Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $2,197 per week in Columbus, OH

Start Date: May 4, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour day/night rotating shifts; variable weekend coverage based on unit needs; self-scheduling requests honored when possible; staffing ratios goal of 1:4 (may flex to 1:5)

Highlights:

• 36-bed Medical Oncology unit caring for solid tumor cancer patients across the full continuum of care, from diagnosis through treatment and end-of-life support
• Diverse case mix including breast, lung, prostate, pancreatic, colon, and esophageal cancers; chemotherapy administration and medical-surgical oncology
• Epic EMR system with interdisciplinary team support including pharmacy, rapid response, physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services
• Strong focus on infection prevention protocols and patient safety initiatives
• 72 hours of orientation including first week Monday-Friday dayshift classroom, followed by on-unit precepting
• Oncology experience preferred but not required for qualified medical-surgical nurses

Requirements:

• Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care nursing experience
• Current BLS certification required; ONS Chemotherapy certification preferred
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring and interpretation
• Experience with Epic charting system required
• Skills in IV management, central line care, port access, chemotherapy administration, blood product administration, and tracheostomy care
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager or director)
• Nursing education from ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
• Willingness to float to other Medical-Surgical Oncology units

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of oncology patients and their families during critical moments in their cancer journey. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a specialized environment that values evidence-based practice, infection prevention, and comprehensive patient-centered care. Whether you're an experienced oncology nurse or a strong medical-surgical nurse looking to expand into oncology, this role provides excellent support, structured orientation, and the opportunity to develop advanced skills in a rewarding specialty.