Travel Critical Care Float 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:
  
  11/30/2026
• Duration:
  15 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 15 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 ventilator management skills.

• Critical Care Float Pool role within a teaching hospital's ICU service line
• Float to a variety of ICUs based on staffing and patient acuity, including Neuro ICU, Surgical ICUs, Medical ICUs (MICU x2), Cardiology/Diagnostics, CVICU, SICU, and NCCU
• Floating required within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• 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:
  
  IV start, telemetry monitoring, and ventilator management
• Additional skills include arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, ABG interpretation, chest tube assistance, BiPAP/CPAP and HFNC management, and titration of cardiac/vasoactive drips
• Experience with CVA/stroke management, EVD, ICP monitoring, and IV insulin protocols
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership role;
  Charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide critical care nursing support across multiple ICU specialties based on daily staffing needs
• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, multisystem organ dysfunction care, and emergency medication administration
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly after signing contract, including travel to an in-state location if needed
• Former employees eligible for assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as travelers at this health system
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• RTO must be submitted and built into contract, limited to 7 days or less
• All contracts must extend through January 2, 2027

American Traveler Job  #P-762024. 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.