Travel MS​/Tele RN - $2,077 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:
  13 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: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a MS/Tele Float Pool position requiring an active OH or compact license and telemetry monitoring skills.

• Work in the MS/Tele unit of a teaching hospital setting
• Float pool position requiring flexibility to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00PM-7:30AM
• 36 hours per week
• Availability required for weekdays and some weekends, including holidays
• Uses EPIC electronic health records system

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a MS/Tele setting
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience preferred
• Proficient in IV start, telemetry monitoring, IV therapy/phlebotomy, and central/peripheral line care
• Skills in blood product administration, PICC line management, and cardiac drip management (no titration)
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and rapid response/code team protocols
• Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE experience required
• IV insulin protocol experience required
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills required

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in a MS/Tele setting
• Responsible for managing patients with a variety of conditions including CVA, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and orthopedic trauma
• May care for patients requiring respiratory support such as BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy management
• May manage patients requiring pre/post hemodialysis care and renal failure treatment
• Locals accepted at the same pay rate
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; coworker references not accepted
• Former employees eligible for a travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a traveler at this health system
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting requirements promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines

American Traveler Job  #P-744143. 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.