Travel Surgical ICU Registered Nurse (SICU RN) – Night Shift in Columbus, Ohio

Join a high-acuity Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) as a travel ICU nurse in Columbus, Ohio, and make a meaningful impact caring for critically ill adult and geriatric patients.

This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a Level I trauma and burn center environment while supporting patients with complex surgical, trauma, transplant, burn, neurological, and multisystem conditions. First-time travelers are welcome. Columbus is a vibrant city known for its welcoming neighborhoods, excellent dining, arts and cultural attractions, green spaces, and easy access to outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) / Critical Care Nursing
• Assignment Type: Travel nursing assignment
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940-$2,040
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:2
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Floating: Required to other units within the healthcare organization as needed
• Charting: Epic experience preferred
• First-Time Travelers: Welcome

Travel ICU RN Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio or a valid compact RN license in hand at the time of submission
• At least 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience
• Recent experience in a Surgical ICU, Trauma ICU, Burn ICU, or Transplant ICU preferred
• Level II trauma experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Completion of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Ability to float to other units and participate in weekend coverage
• Professional references, including at least one reference from a manager, director, supervisor, or other formal leader
• Flu vaccination required; medical exemptions may be considered

Surgical Intensive Care Unit RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill surgical, trauma, burn, transplant, neurological, and multisystem patients
• Care for mechanically ventilated patients and manage BiPAP, CPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula therapies
• Monitor and manage arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, pulmonary artery lines, FloTrac systems, EVDs, and intracranial pressure monitoring
• Titrate vasoactive medications, continuous IV sedation, insulin infusions, and other critical care therapies
• Interpret arterial blood gases and cardiac rhythms, recognize clinical changes, and initiate timely interventions
• Support patients receiving CRRT and care for those with acute or chronic renal failure
• Administer blood products and provide care for complex surgical wounds, wound vacs, drains, and large dressings
• Assist with chest tube procedures, bedside tracheostomies, PEGs, bronchoscopies, endoscopies, and line placement
• Provide daily burn wound care and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and evaluate individualized care plans
• Safely transport and monitor patients during procedures and diagnostic studies, including CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation and promote infection prevention, patient safety, and evidence-based practice

Apply now for this Surgical ICU travel nursing opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and join a high-acuity critical care team.

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.