Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $2,264 per week in Columbus, OH

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Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week, every other/third weekend required

Highlights:

• Specialized PCU environment caring for adult and geriatric patient populations
• Diverse case mix including burns, plastic/reconstructive surgery, urology, GYN, ENT, and oral/maxillofacial surgeries
• Opportunity to develop specialized skills in burn dressings, flap checks, and leech therapy
• First-time travelers accepted; minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• 13-week travel assignment with interdisciplinary team support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, and rapid response teams
• Float capability required within the healthcare system

Requirements:

• Current RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of progressive care or step-down nursing experience
• Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, IV management, arterial and central line care, and dysrhythmia interpretation
• Experience with blood product administration, isolation precautions, wound care, and surgical drain management
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• 2 professional references required, including at least 1 from a manager or director
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly upon contract signing

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers registered nurses the chance to expand their clinical expertise in a dynamic progressive care setting with a diverse and challenging patient population. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team while gaining specialized experience in burn care, plastic surgery recovery, and advanced wound management. This is an excellent opportunity for nurses seeking professional growth in a fast-paced, specialty-focused environment that values quality patient outcomes and clinical excellence.

Additional Information:

• Parking options available ranging from $16.35 to $224.80 per month
• Pre-approved time off available (must be requested at time of submission)
• Former employees eligible after 6 months away from the facility
• Local candidates accepted
• Strict compliance deadline: Tuesday prior to start date

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