Travel MICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU
- Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

• Specialty:
  MICU
  - Medical Intensive Care Unit
• 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: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Medical ICU RN for a night shift rotating contract requiring 2+ years of current MICU experience and an OH or compact RN license.

• MICU unit within a cancer hospital setting
• Adult and geriatric patient population
• Common diagnoses include oncologic emergencies, COPD, pneumonia, ARDS, GI bleed, neuromuscular disease, drug overdose, pulmonary hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and sepsis
• Patients frequently hemodynamically compromised requiring mechanical ventilation, pulmonary artery catheter placement, CRRT, arterial pressure monitoring, cardiac monitoring, chest tubes, central venous catheters, chemotherapy administration, clinical trials, and plasmapheresis
• Bronchoscopy and endoscopy support for patients with pulmonary and GI conditions
• Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• 12D/N rotating contract may require scheduling across days, nights, or a combination based on department needs, reviewed every 4-week period
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of submission
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of current acute care experience in MICU, consistently worked within the last 12 months
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program required
• Skills required include IV therapy, arterial line management, central and PICC line care, blood product administration, ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP management, HFNC, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, continuous IV sedation, procedural sedation monitoring, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV insulin protocols, and care of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction
• Experience accessing/managing ports and EVD management preferred
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide critical care nursing to hemodynamically compromised MICU patients including oncology-related complications
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees ineligible for travel positions at any Ohio State University hospital location
• RTO must be submitted with contract and limited to 7 days or less
• Locals accepted at the same pay rate
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract, with in-state travel or mailed fingerprinting packet required depending on distance from Ohio

American Traveler Job  #P-754384. 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
- Medical 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.