Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Critical Care Float Pool position at a teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and float flexibility across multiple ICU units.

• Critical Care Float Pool role covering multiple ICUs based on staffing and patient acuity
• Potential units include Neuro ICU, Surgical ICUs, Medical ICUs (MICU x2), Cardiology/Diagnostics, CVICU, SICU/MICU/NCCU
• Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• Nurses float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Uses EPIC EMR system

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of submission
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with EPIC required
• Required skills include IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and ventilator management
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager, director, or supervisor; charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide critical care nursing across a variety of ICU settings as part of a float pool team
• Responsibilities include arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, and chest tube assistance
• Skilled in ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and suctioning
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation, and paralytics preferred
• Familiarity with neurological care including EVD, ICP monitoring, and lumbar drains preferred
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignments after 6 months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as travelers at any Ohio State University hospital location
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less

American Traveler Job  #P-743892. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - ICU

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.