Travel Corrections Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Med Surg / TelemetryDiscipline: RNStart Date: 01/12/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, daysEmployment Type: Travel \n Job Description\n American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg Tele position in a secure corrections oncology setting, requiring EPIC experience and an active OH or compact RN license.\n \n Responsibilities\n Work within a locked corrections unit specializing in oncology and medical-surgical/telemetry care for the corrections populationPatient population includes those with active oncology diagnoses, solid tumors, hematology, and non-oncology medical needs such as COPD, sepsis, and pneumoniaAssignments may vary between Med/Surg and Progressive Care Unit (PCU) shiftsNurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3 for PCU and 1:4-5 for Med/SurgDay (7:00-19:30) and night (19:00-7:30) shifts available, with three 12-hour shifts per weekWeekend shifts are required per unit necessityUtilizes Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication managementResponsibilities include IV therapy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, PCA, cardiac drip management (no titration), and pre/post hemodialysis careSupport available from pharmacy, respiratory, radiology, PT, provider services, and rapid response teamWill float to various oncology Med/Surg units as neededWork environment is highly secure with correctional officer supervision and access controlsFirst-time travelers are eligible to applyLocals are accepted at the same rateFormer employees must have a 6-month break before returning as a travelerAll candidates must promptly complete Ohio fingerprinting as a condition of employmentAll requested time off must be submitted and approved prior to contracting\n \n Requirements\n Active OH or compact RN license required at time of considerationGraduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program is requiredCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification requiredExperience with EPIC charting system is requiredPrior oncology experience preferred but not requiredExperience with telemetry and management of dysrhythmias requiredMust provide two professional references, including one from a managerial or leadership role\n Benefits\n High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n American Traveler Job ID #P-645298.

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg TeleAbout American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service.

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