Location: Columbus, OH

Start Date: 06-01-2026

End Date: 09-21-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night 3x12-hour, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (3 nights/week, schedule varies). Note: Orientation includes Week 1 Mon-Fri dayshift and Week 2: 36 hours on-unit orientation with a preceptor. Shift assignments reviewed each 4-week scheduling period; may include day/night rotation based on unit needs.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity progressive care nursing for medical oncology patients on a telemetry unit
• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry and interpret dysrhythmias to guide care and escalate when needed
• Manage central lines, PICC and peripheral IVs, access ports, and administer blood products safely
• Support patients on advanced respiratory modalities including HFNC and BiPAP/CPAP and assist with ABG interpretation
• Respond effectively as part of rapid response and code teams to ensure patient safety
• Deliver compassionate care for patients with solid tumors, thoracic, and orthopedic oncology diagnoses while following infection prevention protocols
• Document care accurately in Epic and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (PT, RT, pharmacy, social work) for coordinated care

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Ohio (compact state license accepted if valid for practice)
• BLS required; ACLS and NIHSS required
• High-acuity PCU or telemetry nursing experience required; oncology experience preferred
• Must meet specialty experience requirements within the past 3 years and have at least 1 year of current specialty experience for clinical pass
• Proficiency with Epic charting required
• Comfort with and experience in central line, PICC, and peripheral IV care and blood product administration
• Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity and work variable weekend coverage
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required per facility guideline

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and interpretation of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Cardiac drip management (no titration) and familiarity with heparin protocols
• IV therapy skills including starting and maintaining IVs, PICC and central line management
• Respiratory support knowledge: HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube management and tracheostomy care
• ABG interpretation and basic ventilatory support recognition
• Feeding tube care, port access/management, and PCA pump operation
• Infection prevention practices and PPE compliance
• Familiarity with Alaris pumps, GE/B450 telemetry systems, bladder scanners, continuous bladder irrigation and Stryker beds

Benefits

• Flexible, self-scheduling that helps you balance life and work
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• Opportunities for professional growth and development with a teaching-hospital environment
• Paid orientation with a dedicated preceptor to set you up for success
• Supportive interdisciplinary team that values your contributions
• Paid time off options and scheduling stability through block scheduling review periods
• Licensure assistance and ongoing training opportunities to expand your skills

Travel Perks: Explore Columbus, OH

Explore Columbus during your time off: stroll the Short North Arts District for galleries, boutiques, and great food; visit the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens or the interactive COSI science center; unwind along the Scioto Mile riverfront and parks; explore the charming German Village for dining and architecture; take a day trip to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium or head about an hour southeast for hiking and scenic views in Hocking Hills.

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