Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,298 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 05/04/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse – Critical Care Float Pool (Travel Contract) – Columbus, OH ICU Registered Nurse (Travel) – Critical Care Float Pool in Columbus, OH | Night Shift | 13-week contract. Join the Critical Care Float Pool as an ICU RN in vibrant Columbus, Ohio (43210). This travel nursing opportunity places you in multiple ICUs at a renowned medical center in Columbus — a city with a lively arts scene, diverse dining, and the energy of a major university campus. Ideal for experienced critical care and travel nurses seeking Columbus nursing jobs and Ohio travel nursing roles. Job Details Position: Travel ICU RN / Critical Care Registered Nurse (Float Pool) Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,050 – $2,160 (competitive travel nurse pay) Location: Columbus, OH 43210 — Columbus, Ohio travel nursing opportunity Setting: Critical Care Float Pool – Neuro ICU, Surgical ICUs, Medical ICUs, CVICU, Cardiology/Diagnostics Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 4, 2026 – August 3, 2026) Shift: Night shifts, 3x12-hour (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), 36 hours/week Weekend Coverage: Weekend nights (Friday/Saturday) plus one additional shift during the week Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience; prior travel nursing experience required Current RN license: compact license accepted or Ohio RN license required at time of submission Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required Proficiency with EPIC electronic health record (EPIC charting) preferred Clinical skills: IV starts, telemetry monitoring, ventilator management, arterial line and central/PICC line care Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership role) Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only) Clinical Responsibilities Float across units of equivalent or lower acuity in the Critical Care Float Pool (Neuro ICU, CVICU, Cardiac ICUs, Surgical and Medical ICUs) Provide critical care for adult patients with complex diagnoses including transplant patients (kidney, liver, lung, heart), multisystem organ failure, and acute stroke Perform and manage advanced procedures: arterial line management, central/PICC line care, chest tube insertion/removal, EVD/ICP monitoring, and ventilator management Administer emergency medications, titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Radiology, Pharmacy, Social Services, and Rapid Response Teams Maintain infection prevention, isolation precautions, and high standards of critical care nursing practice Enjoy working in Columbus — a city that blends urban excitement with Midwestern hospitality and offers easy access to parks, museums, and the Ohio State University campus. This travel ICU RN role is perfect for intensive care nurses seeking to expand clinical experience and advance their careers in Ohio critical care nursing. Apply now: Join our critical care travel nursing team in Columbus, OH. Submit your resume, current RN license, certifications (BLS/ACLS/NIHSS), and two professional references to be considered for this ICU RN travel contract. 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID 469645. 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 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 consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.