American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU/Oncology position requiring 2 years of ICU experience and current EPIC proficiency.
Details
- Work in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) with an oncology patient population
- Adult patient population with diagnoses including hemorrhagic/hypovolemic shock, sepsis, septic shock, pneumonia, ARDS, craniotomy, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, intracranial hypertension, and delirium
- 13-week assignment with night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM) or day/night rotating schedule based on department needs
- Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period with changes based on staffing priorities
- EPIC EMR experience required
Requirements
- Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of submission
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of current ICU experience within the last 12 months in the specialty applied for
- Oncology experience preferred but not required
- Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Skilled in EVD management, ICP monitoring, Massive Transfusion Protocol, mechanical ventilation, HFNC, BiPAP, CPAP, tracheostomy management, CRRT, and vasopressor titration
- Proficient in arterial line, central line, and PICC line management
- Experience with continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias and ABGs
- Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role and no coworker references accepted
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to surgical and oncology ICU patients requiring advanced respiratory, renal, and neurological interventions
- First-time travelers with 2+ years of relevant experience will be considered
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Former employees eligible for a travel assignment once they have been away from the facility for 6 months or more
- Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are ineligible to be hired as travelers
- RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
- Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently upon signing contract, with candidates outside the state required to travel to a fingerprinting location or complete a mailed packet
American Traveler Job ID #P-738690. 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 - Surgical ICU
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.