American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedic position requiring at least 1 year of experience and prior travel experience, with night shifts in a smaller, slower-paced facility.
Details
- Medical/surgical orthopedic unit within a smaller, slower-paced community hospital setting
- Night shift schedule: 7p–7:30a, three 12-hour shifts per week
- Shifts are primarily Monday–Friday, with the possibility of working every Friday or every other Friday
- 12-week contract with no shifts scheduled the week of Thanksgiving (11/23–11/28)
- Floating may be required to affiliated facilities within the health system
Requirements
- Active OH or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Med/Surg work setting experience required
- 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference; co-worker references are not accepted
Additional Information
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers
- Former employees of the facility are eligible for a travel assignment after a minimum 6-month separation
- Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted prior to placement and built into the contract; RTO is limited to 7 days or fewer for the duration of the assignment
- Ohio fingerprinting is required and must be completed promptly after contract signing — candidates outside Ohio may need to travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet upon receipt
American Traveler Job ID #P-735082. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.