Travel Med Surg Tele RN - $2,113 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a comprehensive cancer center requiring 2+ years of high acuity Med Surg Tele experience and a compact or OH RN license.

• Work in the MS/Tele unit of a 318-bed comprehensive cancer center with inpatient units specialized by cancer diagnosis
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Floating required to Med Surg and PCU Oncology units including BMT, Acute Leukemia, Hematology, Medical Oncology, PCU Oncology, Gynecological Oncology, Urology, Colorectal, Surgical Oncology, and Corrections Healthcare
• Staffing ratios are 1:4 to 1:5 on MS/Tele and 1:3 to 1:4 on PCU depending on mixed acuity
• Weekend shifts are variable based on unit needs
• No set or blocked scheduling offered
• 12-hour day/night rotating schedule possible with shift assignments reviewed every 4-week period based on staffing needs
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active compact or Ohio RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of high acuity Med Surg Tele or higher experience required
• Acute care experience must be current and consistent within the last 12 months in the specialty applying for
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• OCN and ONS/ONCC certifications preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, blood product administration, respiratory management including BiPAP/CPAP and tracheostomy care, cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management, telemetry monitoring, isolation precautions/PPE, and feeding tube care
• Preferred skills include chemotherapy administration and monitoring, chest tube management, craniotomy and CVA care, IV insulin protocols, PCA management, and mastectomy/skin graft care

• Provide direct patient care within a specialized oncology and med surg tele environment with heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and fall prevention
• First week of orientation is Monday-Friday day shift, followed by five shifts of bedside orientation across weeks 2 and 3, then independent practice
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 from a manager, director, or supervisor; a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; coworker references are not accepted
• Former employees are eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees of the health system are ineligible to be hired as travelers at this facility
• Requested time off must be submitted with the contract and built in at time of consideration
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing the contract, with in-state travel to a fingerprinting location required for those within driving distance and mailed fingerprinting packets for those at extreme distances

American Traveler Job  #P-742762. 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

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.