```htmlJob Opportunity – Critical Care Float Pool RN – Ohio
Start Date: November 2, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12 night shifts; minimum every-other-weekend coverage required
Contract Requirements: All contracts must extend through January 2, 2027
Highlights:
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Float to a variety of critical care units based on staffing needs and patient acuity, including Neuro ICU, Surgical ICUs, Medical ICUs, Cardiology/Diagnostics, CVICU, SICU, MICU, and NCCU
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Work with a diverse patient population including transplant patients (kidney, liver, lung, heart) and complex critical care cases
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Epic charting system utilized across all units
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Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Rapid Response Teams, and more
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Float policy ensures assignment to units of equivalent or lower acuity based on clinical competency
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Parking permits available with monthly and annual options
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required
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Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
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BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
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Proficiency with Epic EMR system required
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Demonstrated competency in IV starts, telemetry, and ventilator management
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Previous travel nursing experience strongly preferred
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Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
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Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership role)
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Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
Essential Skills:
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Advanced critical care competencies including arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, and hemodynamic monitoring
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Experience with BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and blood product administration
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Proficiency in titrating vasoactive and cardiac drips, managing dysrhythmias, and emergency medication administration
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Knowledge of ICP monitoring, external ventricular drains, pulmonary artery catheters, and procedural sedation
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Competency in care of post-cardiac surgery patients, CVA/stroke management, and multisystem organ dysfunction
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers experienced critical care nurses the opportunity to expand their clinical expertise across multiple ICU specialties while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You'll be part of a team delivering high-acuity care to a diverse patient population, including complex medical, surgical, neurological, and cardiac cases, as well as solid organ transplant recipients. The float pool model provides clinical variety and professional growth while maintaining consistent night shift scheduling.
Important Compliance Information:
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Strict compliance deadline of the Tuesday prior to start date – no exceptions
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Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed immediately upon contract signing
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Candidates currently outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location as soon as possible after booking
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Former employees must have been away from the facility for 6 months or more to be eligible
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Current employees are not eligible for travel positions at this location
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