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Pediatric | 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

Typical pay

Median hourly (Ohio)
$39.67
Median weekly (40 h)
$1,587
Median yearly
$82,514

GHR Healthcare doesn't list the pay for this job. Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio pay a median of $39.67/hour; travel and locum contracts usually pay more because they add housing and travel stipends. Ask the recruiter for the exact rate when you apply.

Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Pediatric Cardiac Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment in Columbus, Ohio

Travel RN opportunity in Columbus, OH: Bring your pediatric cardiac nursing experience to a fast-paced, high-acuity pediatric progressive care unit and make a meaningful impact on complex young patients.

Bring your pediatric cardiac nursing skills to a highly rewarding travel nursing assignment in Columbus, Ohio. This opportunity offers the chance to care for complex pediatric patients in a collaborative, high-acuity setting while enjoying the energy and convenience of one of Ohio’s most vibrant cities. With a strong clinical team and a dynamic patient population, this role is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) who thrives in specialized pediatric care.

Job Details

  • Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
  • Specialty: Pediatric cardiac stepdown / pediatric progressive care
  • Location: Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,070-$2,180
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
  • Schedule: Day and night rotation in 6-week intervals
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
  • Charting System: Epic electronic health record (EHR)
  • Orientation: 36 hours
  • Float Requirement: Must be comfortable floating to related pediatric units as needed

Job Requirements

  • Active Ohio RN license or Compact RN license in hand
  • Minimum 2 years of pediatric cardiac stepdown or pediatric progressive care experience
  • Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
  • Experience with Epic charting required
  • Travel nursing experience preferred
  • Strong clinical skills in pediatric cardiac care, telemetry, and high-acuity patient monitoring
  • Ability to provide 2 professional references at submission, including at least 1 manager or supervisor
  • Must be prepared to float as needed and work rotating day/night schedules

Responsibilities

  • Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients with cardiac conditions
  • Monitor and manage patients with medical and surgical cardiac diagnoses
  • Support care for patients requiring tracheostomies, ventilators, high-flow nasal cannula, and inotropic support
  • Care for post-op cardiac catheterization patients and patients recovering from CTICU
  • Perform ongoing assessments, medication administration, and treatment interventions
  • Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapy, and the interdisciplinary pediatric care team
  • Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and uphold patient safety standards
  • Adapt quickly to changing clinical needs in a busy pediatric hospital environment

If you are a motivated pediatric RN looking for a meaningful travel nursing opportunity in a welcoming and lively Columbus community, this assignment offers the chance to grow your expertise while making a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Apply now to join this exciting pediatric healthcare job 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.

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