Med Surg/Telemetry RN
Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital

Registered Nurse (MS/Telemetry) - Travel/Contract in Columbus, Ohio

Job Overview

• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Contract Length: 16 weeks
• Shift: Night shifts, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Unit: Medical-Surgical and Telemetry (MS/Tele) in a secure corrections health unit
• Patient Population:

  • Oncology patients (active diagnoses and history) and non-oncology patients
  • Includes solid tumors, hematology, surgical procedures, COPD, sepsis, pneumonia, abnormal labs
• Environment: Locked corrections unit with controlled access by Corrections Officers (CO)
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:

  • PCU: 1:3
  • Medical-Surgical: 1:4-5
• Corrections Officer to Inmate Ratio: 1:2
• Float Requirement: Float to various Oncology Medical-Surgical units as needed
• Weekend shifts: Vary based on unit requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care on Oncology Medical-Surgical and Telemetry units
• Ensure staff safety in a secure corrections environment
• Manage patient care including telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation
• Administer IV therapy, blood products, and manage central/peripheral lines including PICC lines
• Manage endocrine/metabolic protocols (IV insulin), feeding tubes, pre/post hemodialysis care
• Provide respiratory care including CPAP/BIPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy care
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, rapid response teams, and transportation
• Use EPIC for documentation and Pyxis for medication management

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum of 1 year of Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing experience, with recent experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (Ohio-specific code 3701.881)
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
• Education verification from accredited nursing programs (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA)
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug test within 3 months of start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, THC, cocaine, opiates, etc.)
• Physical exam within 1 year confirming good health and free of contagious disease
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap (adult dose after age 11/12)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (or TB questionnaire)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
  • Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer (medical exemptions reviewed)
  • Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (10/1 - 3/31)
• Annual completion of Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training and Ethics and Compliance policies
• Orientation Safety Manual acknowledgment annually
• Unit-specific competency exams including medication and pharmacology competency
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required within 1 year of start and updated annually

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

• Shift assignments may rotate between days and nights depending on department needs, reviewed every 4 weeks but not guaranteed
• The unit is a secure corrections environment requiring awareness of safety protocols
• Candidates must be prepared to float between Medical-Surgical and PCU units
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This position offers an opportunity to work in a unique corrections healthcare setting with a focus on oncology and medical-surgical telemetry nursing. Strong clinical skills, adaptability, and compliance with strict background and health requirements are essential.