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NICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Assignment in Columbus, Ohio

Travel NICU RN opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, for an experienced neonatal nurse caring for high-acuity patients in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Join a specialized NICU team caring for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above. This opportunity is ideal for a Registered Nurse who is confident managing complex respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, infectious disease, surgical, and cardiac-care needs. Located in the vibrant 43210 area, Columbus offers a welcoming university-community atmosphere with convenient access to parks, dining, cultural attractions, and an active metropolitan lifestyle.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Location: Columbus, Ohio 43210
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,160–$2,270
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Healthcare Setting: Level III NICU
• Patient Population: Neonates, including premature infants and patients requiring surgical or cardiac intervention
• Typical Patient Ratio: 2–3 patients
• Daily Census: Approximately 30 patients
• Charting: Epic electronic medical record (EMR)
• Floating: May be required to float to other units within the health system as needed

NICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent NICU nursing experience; Level III or Level IV NICU experience strongly preferred
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio or a valid compact RN license in hand at the time of submission
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Graduation from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Proficiency with Epic documentation and electronic medical records
• Two professional references, including at least one manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader; Charge RN references may be accepted as the second reference
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting and credentialing requirements promptly after accepting the assignment
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, family-centered care in a high-acuity neonatal environment

NICU Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonates, including infants born at less than 24–28 weeks gestation
• Manage patients with respiratory distress, glucose management needs, and complex surgical or cardiac conditions
• Administer medications and therapies, including IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids, using established medication-safety procedures
• Monitor and manage ventilator settings and respiratory support modes, including AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BiPAP, and PEEP
• Perform arterial line management, central and implanted line care, and umbilical artery and umbilical venous catheter care
• Interpret and respond to cardiovascular dysrhythmias
• Provide enteral feedings by bottle, breast, gavage, oral, nasogastric, and nasojejunal routes
• Support care for neonates experiencing neonatal abstinence syndrome
• Apply infection-control precautions and deliver safe IV therapy
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic
• Use SBAR communication to collaborate with providers, families, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Partner with advanced practice providers, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, interpretation services, and unit support staff

Apply now for this travel NICU RN opportunity and join a leading neonatal 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.