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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 21, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$53.89
Weekly
$1,940
Yearly (full-time)
$100,880
Contract length
16 weeks
Start date
11/2/2026

This job pays about $53.89/hour — 36% 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 Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Job in Columbus, Ohio

Join a fast-paced med/surg telemetry travel nurse assignment in Columbus, Ohio, a vibrant city with a strong healthcare community, welcoming neighborhoods, arts and dining, and easy access to parks and outdoor activities. This Registered Nurse opportunity is a great fit for a confident RN who enjoys providing compassionate acute care to adult and geriatric patients while working with a supportive interdisciplinary team.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse with strong cardiac monitoring and acute care skills to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in an oncology-focused med/surg setting. You will care for patients with complex medical needs, including continuous telemetry monitoring, symptom management, and support during cancer-related treatment.

Job Details

  • Employment Type: Travel RN
  • Specialty: Medical-Surgical Telemetry (Med/Surg Tele)
  • Location: Columbus, Ohio
  • Start Date: 11/2/2026
  • Duration: 16 weeks
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Orientation: 72 hours
  • Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
  • Floating: May be required to float to comparable med/surg oncology units as needed

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at time of submission
  • Minimum of 2 years of RN experience required
  • Current acute care experience in the specialty required, with recent consistent experience within the last 12 months
  • Epic charting experience required
  • BLS certification required
  • ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing education preferred/required per compliance standards
  • Strong telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation skills
  • Experience with ports, central line care, PICC line management, IV starts, blood product administration, and chest tube support
  • Comfort with oncology-related care, symptom management, and infection prevention protocols
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative healthcare team
  • Must be able to meet credentialing requirements promptly

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to med/surg telemetry patients with complex medical needs
  • Monitor cardiac rhythms and recognize/report changes in patient condition quickly and accurately
  • Provide symptom management and support for patients receiving oncology-related treatment
  • Administer medications, IV therapies, and blood products according to policy and best practices
  • Manage ports, central lines, and PICCs with precision and attention to infection prevention
  • Support patients with respiratory and mobility needs while maintaining strong fall-prevention practices
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, respiratory services, pharmacy, and other care team members
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in Epic
  • Float to equivalent or lower acuity units when needed based on patient care demands
  • Promote a calm, organized, and patient-centered environment throughout every shift

Apply now for this Travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and join a healthcare team where your telemetry and acute care skills can make a difference.

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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