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Med/Surg Tele | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareColumbus, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Columbus, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 23, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$55.28
Weekly
$1,990
Yearly (full-time)
$103,480
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
11/2/2026

This job pays about $55.28/hour — 39% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio ($39.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Job in Columbus, Ohio

Travel RN opportunity in Columbus, OH: Join a fast-paced progressive care unit as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse supporting adult and geriatric patients recovering from surgery and managing complex medical needs.

This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers a dynamic rotating schedule, strong interdisciplinary support, and the opportunity to work in a well-equipped surgical step-down and telemetry environment in one of Ohio’s most vibrant healthcare markets. Columbus blends big-city convenience with a welcoming Midwest feel, plus easy access to dining, entertainment, parks, and a growing downtown scene.

Job Details

  • Position: Travel Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing
  • Location: Columbus, OH 43210
  • Setting: Progressive Care, Surgical Step-Down, Telemetry
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: 11/2/2026
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
  • Schedule: Day and night rotation; every other weekend
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
  • Orientation: 24 hours
  • Float: May float to other areas as needed
  • Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg Tele, telemetry nursing, or progressive care experience
  • Ability to successfully pass telemetry testing
  • Experience monitoring telemetry patients and responding to cardiac rhythm changes
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications
  • Active compact or Ohio RN license in hand at time of submission
  • Experience with Epic charting preferred
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a rotating schedule
  • ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing education required

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to post-surgical, medical-surgical, and telemetry patients
  • Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
  • Administer medications, manage IV therapy, and perform skilled nursing interventions
  • Support patients with wound care, drains, oxygen therapy, and insulin protocols
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response support
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure safe, timely communication across the care team
  • Adapt quickly to changing patient needs in a progressive care environment
  • Float within the unit or related areas as assigned

Apply now for this Travel Med/Surg Tele RN opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and join a healthcare team that values skill, flexibility, and patient-centered care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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