Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 12/01/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Jobs in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) on a travel contract in Columbus, Ohio (zip code 43210). Join a top-rated oncology unit, providing expert care to adult and geriatric patients with diverse medical and surgical needs. Columbus is a thriving healthcare hub, offering excellent career opportunities, cultural attractions, and a vibrant urban lifestyle for travel nurses.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location: Columbus, Ohio (43210) – Ohio nursing jobs

Assignment Length: 13-16 weeks travel contract

Start Date: December 1, 2025

End Date: March 23, 2026

Shift: Night shifts, 3x12-hour (19:00 - 07:30); day/night shift option available

Hours per Week: 36

Employment Type: Travel RN contract

Setting: Med/Surg Telemetry Oncology Unit

Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics

Patient Ratio: 1:4

Orientation: 72 hours

Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1940-$1990

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Tele RN experience

Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required)

BCLS certification (Basic Life Support) required

EPIC charting experience

Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity

Previous travel nursing experience preferred

Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

Two professional references (one from manager/director or formal leadership)

RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to oncology and Med/Surg patients

Continuous cardiac monitoring for chemotherapy patients

Symptom management for disease progression and treatment side effects

Manage comorbidities and implement infection prevention protocols

Operate specialized equipment: B450 monitors, GE telemetry system, bladder scanner, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds

Interpret dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases (ABGs)

Access ports, manage arterial lines, administer blood products, and provide central/PICC line care

Initiate IVs and assist with chest tube insertion/removal

Manage high flow nasal cannula (HFNC)

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (PT, RT, pharmacy, social services)

Float to other Med/Surg Oncology units as needed

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #427164. 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: Med/Surg Tele

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k retirement plan

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

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