American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Tele contract position in Ohio requiring a compact or OH RN license and recent Epic experience.
Responsibilities
Work in the MS / Tele unit within a hospital settingCare is provided in the East Tower, including General Surgery, Trauma, Vascular, Wound, and Plastics departmentsNight shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts from 7 : 00 PM to 7 : 30 AM, totaling 36 hours per weekPatient ratio is typically 1 nurse to 4-5 patientsFloating within units of equivalent or lower acuity may be requiredNo on-call duty is expectedUses Epic for electronic chartingResponsibilities include providing care for patients under General Surgery, Trauma, Vascular, Wound, and Plastics specialtiesFormer employees must be separated from the facility for at least 6 months to be eligibleCurrent employees at any Ohio State University hospital are ineligible for travel positionsLocals are accepted at the same contract termsAll required time off must be provided during contract initiationUrgent completion of Ohio fingerprinting is required upon contract signingRequirements
Active OH or compact RN license must be in hand at the time of considerationMinimum of 2 years RN experience is requiredCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationProficiency in IV starts, telemetry, and intermediate level skills is requiredEpic EMR experience is mandatoryEducation must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing programAt least 2 professional references required; 1 from a manager / director or formal leader, 2nd may be from a charge RNBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-638995. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg Tele
About American Traveler
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.