Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse - $1,769 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN for a 13-week night shift travel contract in Ohio, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ER experience and multiple certifications including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI.

• Work in the Emergency Department of an academic hospital setting
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
• Every other or every third weekend required
• Patient ratio of 1:3.5
• Clinical scope includes triage, dysrhythmia interpretation, emergency medications, procedural sedation, ventilated patients, trauma, psychiatric holds, and pediatric emergency care
• Uses Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication management
• Floating required
• Experience in a Level I Trauma Center, stroke-certified, and STEMI-certified facility preferred

• Active OH or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department RN experience
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference — no coworker references accepted

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• 36 hours of orientation provided
• Navy scrubs required
• All candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after accepting a position — candidates outside of Ohio may need to travel to an in-state fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet upon receipt
• Former employees of the facility are eligible after a 6-month separation period
• Any requested time off must be submitted at the time of consideration and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the duration of the contract
• Parking is available for agency staff on-site, with multiple permit options ranging from a guaranteed garage permit to more affordable surface lot and shuttle-based options — details provided upon placement

American Traveler Job ID #P-713637. 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 - Emergency Dept

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.