GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel
ICU Registered Nurse – Critical Care Float Pool Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio
Advance your nursing career as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in our Critical Care Float Pool travel assignment in Columbus, Ohio (43210). This high-demand nursing job offers the chance to work at a leading academic medical center, rotating through Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, Medical ICU, Cardiology/Diagnostics, CVICU, and more. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in patient outcomes while experiencing all that Columbus has to offer.
ICU RN Travel Job Details
• Location: Columbus, Ohio (43210) – Ohio nursing jobs
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Setting: Critical Care Float Pool (Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, Medical ICU, Cardiology/Diagnostics, CVICU, and additional units)
• Start Date: March 9, 2026
• End Date: June 8, 2026
• Duration: 13-week contract
• Shifts: 3x12-hour rotating shifts (Days: 07:00–19:30, Nights: 19:30–07:30), primarily PM with potential AM rotation in 4-week blocks
• Hours per Week: 36
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required
ICU Registered Nurse Qualifications
• Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (required for critical care nursing jobs)
• Proficient with EPIC electronic charting system
• Skills: IV start, telemetry, ventilator management, arterial line management
• Ability to float between ICU units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)
ICU RN Responsibilities
• Float between multiple intensive care units (Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, Medical ICU, Cardiology/Diagnostics, CVICU, and others) based on staffing needs and patient acuity
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to adult patients with complex and critical conditions
• Perform advanced ICU nursing procedures, including ventilator management, telemetry, IV starts, and arterial line management
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Pharmacy, Social Services)
• Maintain strict infection prevention and isolation protocols
• Accurately document patient care using EPIC
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training to ensure compliance and excellence in critical care
Discover the excitement of Columbus, Ohio—a top destination for healthcare professionals seeking travel nursing jobs. Enjoy a vibrant arts scene, beautiful parks, and a dynamic culinary landscape while advancing your ICU RN career. Apply now to join our critical care float pool and make a real impact in Ohio healthcare!
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.
Planet Healthcare Job ID #455063. 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: ICU
About GHR Healthcare - PH Division
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
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