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, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position with mixed PCU and med-surg patients, requiring schedule flexibility and EPIC proficiency.
Responsibilities
- Work in a Med/Surg Tele unit with mixed acuity including progressive care and medical-surgical patients
- Patient ratios are 1:5
- Care for adult and oncology patients, though oncology experience is preferred but not required
- Use of Epic EMR is required
- Work schedule may include day and night shifts or a rotating combination as determined by departmental staffing needs
- No set schedule or guaranteed weekends; flexibility to work varying shifts including potential for every weekend
- Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
- First week is Monday through Friday dayshift orientation, followed by on-unit orientation with a preceptor
- Responsibilities include caring for mixed acuity patients on a busy MS/Tele floor
- Self-scheduling requests are collected before the final schedule is posted, but flexibility is essential
- Team members may perform care for oncology populations
- Orientation includes both classroom and on-unit training with a preceptor
- No block scheduling is available and the facility determines final shift assignments
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- Current Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification
- EPIC EMR experience required
- IV starts, telemetry skills, and tracheostomy management required
- Previous travel experience is preferred, not 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-650330. 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.
