Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel RN job in Columbus, Ohio: Bring your high-acuity Med/Surg Telemetry expertise to a dynamic oncology-focused acute care float pool supporting specialized adult inpatient units within a hospital health system. In this travel Registered Nurse (RN) role, you’ll primarily support Med/Surg Tele oncology-focused units; float assignments may also include PCU oncology units as needed, with a strong focus on infection prevention, fall reduction, and safe, evidence-based practice.

Located in Columbus, OH 43210, you’ll be based near a lively, walkable area close to major campuses, local coffee shops and dining, museums, and green spaces—an ideal home base for exploring one of the Midwest’s most vibrant cities between shifts.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Columbus, OH 43210 (On-Site) — Ohio travel nursing assignment
• Pay Rate: $0/hr (as provided)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nurse / Travel RN)
• Start Date: 03/23/2026
• End Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks (13–16 weeks possible)
• Shift: Nights, 3x12s (19:00–07:30)
• Shift Duration: 12 Hour Nights
• Hours per Week: 36
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling requests considered; final schedule balanced by unit needs (no blocked scheduling)
• Weekends: Variable based on unit needs
• Float Requirement: Float to Med/Surg oncology-focused units; float may include PCU oncology-focused units (e.g., bone marrow transplant, acute leukemia, hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, urology, colorectal, surgical oncology, and more)
• Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics
• Charting System: Epic (experience required)
• Orientation: First week Mon–Fri days; additional bedside orientation before independent practice

Registered Nurse (RN) Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of high-acuity Med/Surg Telemetry (or higher) experience within the most recent 3 years
• Specialty Requirement: At least 1 year of current Med/Surg Tele specialty experience
• Travel Experience: Required (travel nursing / travel RN)
• Licensure: Active RN license (compact or state license accepted, as applicable)
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (active and in good standing)
• Preferred: Inpatient oncology experience (helpful, not required)
• Clinical Skills: Telemetry interpretation/dysrhythmia management; rapid response/code team activation; central line/PICC care; port access/management; blood product administration; heparin protocols; PCA; chest tubes; surgical drains; feeding tube care; oxygen delivery modalities (including HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP); isolation precautions/PPE
• References: Two professional references required; at least 1 from a manager/director or formal leader (charge RN acceptable for 2nd reference; no coworker-only references)

Med/Surg Tele Travel RN Responsibilities (Oncology-Focused Acute Care Float Pool)

• Deliver safe, evidence-based acute care nursing for Med/Surg Tele oncology patients while floating across specialized inpatient units (float may include PCU oncology units as needed)
• Continuously monitor telemetry, recognize rhythm changes, and escalate appropriately using rapid response/code resources
• Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies per protocol, including anticoagulation and other high-alert treatments
• Support complex oncology-related care needs while maintaining strong infection control and fall-risk reduction practices
• Manage lines, drains, and devices (e.g., central lines, PICCs, ports, chest tubes, PCA pumps, feeding tubes, oxygen devices)
• Document accurately in Epic and communicate clearly with the interdisciplinary team (IV team, respiratory, PT, pharmacy, social services, and more)
• Maintain professionalism, adaptability, and patient-centered care in a fast-paced float environment

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Columbus, OH 43210 and make an impact in a high-acuity Med/Surg Tele oncology-focused float assignment.

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