Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,251 per week in Columbus, OH

Why It's a Great Opportunity: This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced academic medical environment where you'll care for diverse patient populations while supported by interdisciplinary teams and advanced resources. You'll gain valuable experience in a high-acuity setting with access to comprehensive clinical support including Rapid Response and Code teams.

Job Opportunity – Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse – Ohio

Start Date: October 5, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Travel nursing assignment with weekend coverage requirements

Highlights:

• Medical/Surgical acute care nursing position at a major academic medical center
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Electronic health record charting system utilized throughout the facility
• Collaborative environment with access to Rapid Response and Code teams
• Travel assignment with local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Multiple parking options available with shuttle services and garage access

Requirements:

• Active Registered Nurse license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Medical/Surgical nursing experience
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Proficiency with electronic charting systems
• Experience with peripheral line care and management, oxygen administration, isolation precautions, and non-invasive airway management
• Two professional references required (one must be from a manager, director, or formal leadership role)
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting process urgently upon contract acceptance

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced academic medical environment where you'll care for diverse patient populations while supported by interdisciplinary teams and advanced resources. You'll gain valuable experience in a high-acuity setting with access to comprehensive clinical support including Rapid Response and Code teams. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Med/Surg nurses seeking professional growth in a collaborative, teaching-focused healthcare environment.

Important Compliance Information:

This position requires strict adherence to compliance deadlines, including completion of Ohio fingerprinting immediately upon contract signing. Candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process. A compliance deadline of the Tuesday prior to start date must be met with no exceptions. Former employees of this facility system are eligible to apply if they have been away for 6 months or more.