Travel MICU Registered Nurse - $2,177 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Columbus
Posted on: March 15, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/20/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – MICU / Oncology MICU – Night Shift | Columbus, OH Travel RN (MICU) – Columbus, OH. Night shift critical care opportunity for experienced Oncology MICU Registered Nurses. Join a dynamic MICU team in Columbus, Ohio (43210) for a 13-week travel nursing contract caring for complex adult and geriatric oncology patients in a collaborative, high-acuity setting. Quick Facts - Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN), MICU / Oncology MICU, Night Shift - Location: Columbus, OH 43210 (Columbus healthcare, Ohio travel nursing) - Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026) - Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30) - Hours per Week: 36 - Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics (Oncology MICU) - Estimated Weekly Pay: $1940–$2040 (competitive travel nursing pay) Job Details - Work in a state-of-the-art Oncology MICU (J11 ICU/MICU ONCOLOGY) treating complex critical care patients. - Opportunity for experienced MICU and critical care nurses, especially those with oncology ICU experience. - Utilize Epic electronic medical record (Epic EMR) for documentation and collaboration. Minimum Requirements / Qualifications - Minimum 2 years of recent MICU experience within the last 3 years (at least 1 year of current specialty MICU experience required) - Travel RN experience required (previous travel nursing assignments preferred) - Valid RN license (compact or Ohio state license in hand at time of submission) - Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program - Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS - Experience with Epic computerized charting (Epic EMR) - Two professional references (one from a manager/director or formal leadership; Charge RN acceptable for second reference) - Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only) Core Responsibilities - Provide comprehensive critical care nursing for oncology patients with diagnoses including oncologic emergencies, COPD, pneumonia, ARDS, GI bleed, neuromuscular disease, overdose, pulmonary hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and sepsis. - Manage hemodynamically unstable patients: mechanical ventilation/ventilator management, pulmonary artery catheters, CRRT (NxStage), arterial pressure monitoring, cardiac monitoring, chest tubes, and central venous catheters. - Administer and monitor complex medication regimens including chemotherapy administration and supportive oncology treatments in an ICU setting. - Participate in clinical trials, plasmapheresis procedures, and performance/monitoring of special procedures such as bronchoscopy and endoscopy. - Operate and monitor equipment: NxStage CRRT machines, Cortrak NG/Dobhoff placement, Alaris IV pumps, and GE monitors. - Maintain infection prevention and isolation precautions consistent with critical care and oncology standards. - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to deliver patient-centered care. - Document accurate and timely patient care using Epic charting system (Epic EMR) and comply with unit policies and regulatory standards. Why Join This Columbus Travel Nursing Opportunity - High-acuity critical care experience in a leading oncology MICU — ideal for ICU nurses, critical care RNs, and travel nurses looking to advance their skills. - Competitive weekly pay and the chance to live and work in Columbus, Ohio — a vibrant city with cultural and culinary attractions. - Supportive interdisciplinary environment focused on clinical excellence and professional growth. Experience the excitement of Columbus while advancing your critical care nursing career. Apply now to join our travel nursing team and make a difference in the lives of oncology patients. Submit your RN license and references to get started — join our healthcare team today! 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 467058. 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: MICU 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.

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