Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Critical Care Float Pool in Columbus, Ohio

Join a high-acuity Critical Care Float Pool as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse in Columbus, Ohio. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced critical care nurse who enjoys variety, thrives in collaborative environments, and is confident caring for critically ill adult patients across multiple intensive care settings. You will support specialty ICUs while working with interdisciplinary teams dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940-$2,040
• Contract: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Schedule: 36 hours per week; 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Weekend Coverage: Weekend day shifts plus one weekday shift; minimum every other weekend
• Healthcare Setting: On-site adult Critical Care Float Pool
• Patient Population: Adults requiring intensive care
• Float Expectations: Float to intensive care units of equivalent or lower acuity based on staffing and patient needs

Travel ICU Registered Nurse Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent ICU or critical care nursing experience
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand; compact or Ohio license accepted
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical records
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Demonstrated proficiency with IV starts, telemetry, and ventilator management
• Two professional references required, including at least one leadership or supervisory reference
• Flu vaccination required; medical exemptions may be considered
• Willingness to complete required Ohio credentialing and fingerprinting promptly

Critical Care Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill adult patients across Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, Medical ICU, Cardiovascular ICU, and cardiology/diagnostic settings
• Assess patient conditions, recognize changes in acuity, and implement timely interventions
• Manage ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow oxygen, telemetry, arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and chest tubes
• Interpret arterial blood gases, dysrhythmias, and 12-lead EKGs
• Titrate cardiac, vasoactive, sedation, insulin, and other continuous infusions according to clinical protocols
• Care for patients with acute stroke, cardiovascular disease, renal failure, multisystem organ dysfunction, and post-operative critical care needs
• Monitor and care for patients with EVDs, ICP monitoring, temporary pacemakers, and other specialized critical care equipment
• Administer blood products, emergency medications, and procedural sedation as appropriate
• Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rehabilitation, social services, rapid response teams, and other members of the care team
• Float flexibly to support changing staffing needs while maintaining safe, high-quality patient care

Travel Nurse Location

Work in Columbus, Ohio, a dynamic and welcoming city known for its vibrant arts and food scene, extensive parks and trails, collegiate energy, and convenient access to urban amenities. The 43210 area offers a lively central-city atmosphere with opportunities to enjoy museums, restaurants, sporting events, and nearby neighborhoods during your time off.

Apply now for this Travel ICU Registered Nurse opportunity and join a high-performing critical care team in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.