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: 01/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio
Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio (43210). Join a leading comprehensive cancer center and provide exceptional healthcare to a diverse patient population in a state-of-the-art acute care facility. This travel nursing job offers the opportunity to work in one of Ohio's top healthcare environments while enjoying the vibrant culture and amenities of Columbus.
Travel Nurse Job Details
Location: Columbus, OH 43210 (Ohio nursing jobs)
Assignment Length: 13-16 weeks
Start Date: January 5, 2026
End Date: April 27, 2026
Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM); day/night rotating schedule available
Hours per Week: 36
Setting: Acute Care Oncology Float Pool – Med/Surg Tele
Type: Travel Registered Nurse
Estimated Weekly Salary: $1940 - $1990
Self-scheduling: Enter your preferred schedule requests
Orientation: First week Mon-Fri dayshift; five shifts of bedside orientation between weeks 2 and 3
Registered Nurse Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg or higher level nursing experience required
Oncology nursing experience preferred
EPIC charting experience required
Travel nurse experience required
Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required)
ACLS and BLS certifications required
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
Two professional references required (one from a manager/director or formal leader)
Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
RN Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a 318-bed comprehensive cancer center
Float to Med/Surg Oncology units such as Bone Marrow Transplant, Acute Leukemia, Hematology, Medical Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Urology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, and Corrections Healthcare
Implement infection prevention and patient fall prevention protocols
Operate GE telemetry monitoring systems, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, and other specialized clinical equipment
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including IV, Physical Therapy, Respiratory, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and more
Participate in self-scheduling and adapt to weekend and holiday coverage as needed
Document patient care using EPIC electronic medical records system
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 #434624. 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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Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401k retirement plan
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