Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry
Location: Columbus, OH
Start Date: 04-20-2026
End Date: 08-10-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night focus, 3x12-hour nights per week, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM; rotating D/N possible (you may be scheduled for days, nights, or a combination depending on department needs). Schedule assignments are reviewed every 4-week scheduling period. Orientation: Week 1 Mon-Fri dayshift; Week 2: 36 hours on-unit with a preceptor.
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
- Deliver exceptional nursing care to Med-Surg and PCU patients using telemetry monitoring
- Perform skilled procedures such as IV starts and tracheostomy care including suctioning and inner cannula changes
- Interpret cardiac rhythms and manage dysrhythmias to keep patients safe and stable
- Document accurately and efficiently in EPIC for clear, coordinated patient care
- Float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed, supporting staffing needs across the floor
- Follow infection prevention protocols and fall-prevention strategies to protect vulnerable patients
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Respiratory, PT, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years RN experience required; experience must be met within the most recent 3 years
- At least 1 year of current specialty experience required for clinical pass
- EPIC charting experience required
- BLS (BCLS) required
- ACLS, NIHSS, and OCN preferred (marked as preferred certifications)
- Administration of chemotherapy preferred for those with Oncology skills/certification
- Previous travel experience preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Med-Surg and Telemetry patient care expertise
- Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
- Proficiency with EPIC electronic charting
- IV starts and vascular access skills
- Tracheostomy care and suctioning
- Familiarity with BiPAP/CPAP management and basic respiratory support
- Experience with unit equipment: GE B450 telemetry monitors, Alaris pumps, bladder scanner, Stryker beds
- Strong infection prevention and patient safety practices
Benefits
- Supportive team that values YOU — friendly coworkers and interdisciplinary support
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision options to keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make paperwork easier
- Travel reimbursement and logistics support for contract travelers
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend, earn rewards
- Robust orientation with hands-on preceptorship to set you up for success
- Opportunities to grow clinically (oncology experience encouraged but not required)
Travel Perks: Explore Columbus, OH
Columbus is a lively, up-and-coming city with plenty to explore between shifts. Stroll the Short North Arts District for galleries, boutiques, and great food; visit the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium or the interactive COSI science museum for a fun day off; relax at Franklin Park Conservatory and its beautiful gardens; wander the historic brick streets of German Village and enjoy cozy cafes; catch a Buckeyes game or campus events at The Ohio State University; and take quick weekend road trips to Hocking Hills for hiking and scenic views. Great breweries, a strong food scene, and riverfront trails at Scioto Mile make for easy, rewarding downtime.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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