American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/26/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg Tele RN with oncology experience and an active OH or compact license for a busy surgical oncology unit.

Responsibilities

• Work in a mixed acuity surgical oncology unit caring for both PCU and Med Surg patients
• Provide care to adult and geriatric patients
• Typical diagnoses include surgical oncology (breast, thyroid, melanoma), hepatobiliary, colorectal, and reconstructive plastic cases
• Common procedures include chemotherapy, blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, and management of oncologic emergencies
• Highly active floor with staffing ratios targeted at 1:4, up to 1:5
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00–07:30), day/night shift option available
• Uses Epic for charting and EMR documentation
• No blocked or set scheduling; self-scheduling with requests considered
• Weekend shifts are variable based on unit needs
• Responsibilities include administering chemotherapy, managing blood transfusions, insulin and heparin drips, and responding to oncologic emergencies
• Emphasis on infection prevention protocols and fall prevention for patients
• First week of orientation is dayshift, Monday to Friday; second week consists of 36 hours on-unit with a preceptor
• Variable team structure with all permanent staff PCU trained
• Day/night shift options may be available depending on unit needs

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Tele experience
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• ONS Chemotherapy certification is preferred
• Experience with Epic charting is required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-651456. 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

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