Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,120 per week in Columbus, OH

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Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week. Patient ratio of 4:1. Unit census of 32 beds serving all age groups including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Highlights:

• Emergency Department holding/observation unit with diverse patient population across the full lifespan
• Epic charting system utilized
• First-time travelers welcome; minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and social services
• Trauma-level experience preferred; community hospital and LTAC backgrounds valued
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers

Requirements:

• Active Registered Nurse license (compact or Ohio state license required at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in ER, ER holding, medical-surgical, or telemetry settings
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS (current and valid)
• Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Experience with telemetry, cardiac monitoring, vasoactive drip management, arterial line management, and ventilated patient care strongly preferred
• Two professional references required: at least one from a manager, director, or formal supervisor; charge nurse acceptable for second reference
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process immediately upon contract signing
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic emergency holding environment where you'll care for a wide variety of patients and diagnoses across all age groups. With strong interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive support services, you'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care during critical observation periods. This position is ideal for experienced nurses seeking a fast-paced, clinically diverse environment with the stability of night shift scheduling.

Application Notes:

• Strict compliance deadlines apply; candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process
• Request time off (RTO) must be identified at submission and built into contract
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the facility; current employees at any location within the health system are ineligible
• Parking options available ranging from $16.35 to $224.80 per month through the facility's parking provider

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