NICU RN
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel NICU Registered Nurse Job in Columbus, Ohio

Travel NICU RN opportunity in Columbus, OH: Join a respected pediatric healthcare team in a 13-week neonatal intensive care assignment where your critical care skills, compassion, and adaptability will make a meaningful impact.

Join a highly respected pediatric care environment in Columbus, Ohio, where compassionate NICU nurses make a lasting difference for neonates, infants, and pediatric patients. This 13-week travel nurse opportunity offers a dynamic, team-oriented setting with the chance to provide specialized neonatal care while supporting a broad range of critical care needs. Columbus is a vibrant, growing city known for its welcoming neighborhoods, strong healthcare community, and easy access to dining, parks, and cultural attractions.

Overview

This NICU Registered Nurse role is ideal for an experienced neonatal nurse who enjoys high-acuity care, collaboration, and variety. In addition to core NICU nursing responsibilities, this position includes floating within related critical care and med-surg areas as needed, making it a great fit for nurses who are flexible, adaptable, and confident in fast-paced healthcare jobs.

Job Details

• Employment Type: Travel
• Setting: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Location: Columbus, OH 43205
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift Duration: 12-hour days
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,360 - $2,480
• Schedule: Self-scheduling with flexibility to float as needed
• Weekend Coverage: Up to every other weekend
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Time Off: Up to 2 pre-approved days

Job Requirements

• Current Ohio RN license or compact RN license in hand
• BLS and NRP required
• Minimum 2 years total Level III/IV NICU experience required
• At least 1 year of recent Level IV NICU experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Ability to provide 2 professional references at submission, including at least 1 manager or supervisor reference
• Flexibility to float to other critical care or med-surg units as needed
• Strong neonatal assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Comfort working with high-acuity infants and families in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to neonates, infants, and pediatric patients in the NICU
• Provide support for complex neonatal conditions, including respiratory support, feedings, thermoregulation, and medication administration
• Care for patients requiring advanced interventions such as central lines, ventilators, CPAP, HFNC, chest tubes, and tracheostomy support
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and specialized newborn care as assigned
• Float appropriately to PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, Med/Surg, and other critical care areas based on unit needs
• Support BPD NICU patients with long-term needs, including frequent trach care and family-centered communication
• Document accurately in Epic and maintain safe, efficient, and compassionate care standards
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team to promote positive patient outcomes

Apply now to join this travel NICU nursing opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and bring your pediatric critical care expertise to a team that values excellence, flexibility, and compassionate care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.