Travel RN Med-Surg/Telemetry - per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Med Surg

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 12/01/2025

Duration: 16 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position caring for mixed acuity patients, with Epic experience and night shifts required.

Responsibilities

Work in a hospital Med/Surg Telemetry unit with a mixed acuity of PCU and med/surg patients

Night shift is required, working 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30, with D/N rotating shift option available

Patient ratio is 1:5

Floating required to units of equivalent or lower acuity

Care includes telemetry monitoring, tracheostomy management, and IV starts

Epic is the EMR used and experience is required

First week orientation is Monday through Friday on dayshift, followed by 36 hours on-unit with a preceptor

Responsibilities include providing nursing care for patients with varying acuity, including PCU-level and med/surg-level care

Self-scheduling is available, with schedule requests submitted before finalization

Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers

Former employees eligible if separated for at least 6 months; current employees of the hospital system are ineligible

First-time travelers will be considered

Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting as soon as possible after contract signing

RTO (Requested Time Off) must be submitted and built into the contract

Dress code and scrub colors are not specified

Requirements

Active OH or compact RN license must be in hand at time of consideration

Minimum 2 years RN experience required

BCLS certification required

Experience with telemetry and IV starts required

Epic EMR experience required

Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program

Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager, director, or formal leadership capacity

Oncology experience preferred but not required

Previous travel experience preferred but not required

Benefits

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-621884. 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 Tele

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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