ICU Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,100/weekOverview
- Start Date04/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse - Nights
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Schedule
- Night shift
- 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
- No on-call required
- Patient ratio approximately 1:1 to 1:2
Required Experience
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred (not required)
Required Certifications
- BLS (AHA only)
- ACLS (AHA only)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Additional certifications may be required based on unit
Required Skills
- Proficient in IV starts
- Experience with telemetry
- Competency with ventilators
- EPIC documentation system experience required
Licensure
- Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Ohio
Background and Compliance Requirements
- 7-year criminal background check including FBI and state fingerprinting (BCI/FBI) required prior to start
- Education verification from an accredited nursing program (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA)
- Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug test within 3 months of start
- Required to complete monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
- Annual background check required by agency
- Must complete and sign facility-specific policies including dress code, hand hygiene, ethics, and compliance
- Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training certificate required prior to start and annually thereafter
Health and Immunization Requirements
- Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and free of contagious disease
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (adult dose after age 11/12)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
- TB questionnaire required annually
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
- Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer (medical exemption allowed with documentation)
- Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (10/1 - 3/31)
- COVID-19 vaccination not required but recommended
Competency Exams
- Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required prior to start
- Unit-specific competency exam required
- Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required within 1 year of start and annually thereafter (with remediation process if needed)
References and Documentation
- Two professional references required; at least one must be from a manager or formal leadership
- Employment application required including education details
- Skills checklist required
Additional Notes
- Fingerprinting must be completed using specific state codes and within 1 year of start
- Candidates with gaps in employment over 30 days may require updated health documents and background checks
- Facility-specific forms and acknowledgments must be reviewed and signed prior to start
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
- Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, including experience within the last year
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience with EPIC documentation system
This position is ideal for experienced ICU nurses comfortable with night shifts, EPIC documentation, and ventilator management, seeking a travel contract in Ohio.
Employer
Host Healthcare
223 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I’ve been working with Joey for several months before we finally landed on this assignment, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better recruiter. He really takes the time to listen to what I’m looking for and makes a real effort to find opportunities that match my preferences and goals. I never felt pressured into taking something that wasn’t right for me. This whole experience has been smooth and positive because of his support, communication, and patience throughout the process. I’m very grateful to have him as my recruiter and would definitely recommend him to other nurses.
Cons
None.
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
Columbus, OH
About
Columbus, Ohio, is a midwestern city best known for its diverse food scene, lively arts and culture and friendly Midwestern hospitality. The city has something to offer everyone, from the world-renowned Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to the interactive COSI science museum and research center. Columbus has an auspicious food scene, with excellent local restaurants like The Guild House and Wolf's Ridge Brewing. It’s also home to three professional sports teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL), the Columbus Crew (MLS) and the Columbus Clippers (MiLB). The Downtown Arena District hosts these teams at the Nationwide Arena, Huntington Park and the Great American Ball Park. Columbus also lays claim to Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the United States.
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