NICU RN in Columbus, Ohio
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Columbus, OH
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,405/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.81
- Weekly
- $2,405
- Yearly (full-time)
- $125,060
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $66.81/hour — 68% 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.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio right now
- 1,785 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio from 6 agencies, 644 of them in Columbus.
- Pay in these listings: $14.59 – $196/hour, median $55.28/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Ohio: $39.67/hour ($82,514/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 7 jobs).
Job description
Join our team as a NICU Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves working the night shift in a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), providing specialized care to fragile newborns, often with complex needs such as trach care and heavy parental involvement. You will be expected to float to various units including PICU, CV PICU, stepdown, and MS, with an opportunity to work in BPD NICU environments. This assignment is perfect for experienced NICU nurses comfortable with high acuity cases and adaptable to different unit requirements. The schedule consists of 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, totaling approximately 36 hours weekly.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Columbus is generally mild, with warm days and cooler evenings. Expect occasional rain showers and comfortable temperatures that make outdoor activities enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Spend a day exploring one of the top zoos in the country featuring diverse animal exhibits.
- Explore Franklin Park Conservatory: Discover beautiful gardens, art installations, and seasonal glass blooms.
- Day trip to Hocking Hills: Enjoy hiking, waterfalls, and scenic views in this nearby natural area.
- Tour the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force: Discover aviation history just a short drive away.
- Visit German Village: Experience historic architecture, charming shops, and local eateries in this picturesque neighborhood.
Job Specifics:
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Shift: 12-hour nights, 19:00 – 07:00
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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