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Start Date: November 30, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week. 4:1 patient ratio across all shifts. Care for diverse patient populations including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
Highlights:
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Emergency Department Holding unit with 32-bed capacity and comprehensive interdisciplinary support
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Epic charting system preferred; experience with electronic medical records essential
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First-time travelers welcome; 2 years of nursing experience required in ER, ER Holding, or Med-Surg/Telemetry
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Robust support services including respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and unit secretarial support
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Opportunity to work in a Level I or Level II trauma environment with advanced critical care skills
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13-week assignment with flexibility for local and travel nurses
Requirements:
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Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of application)
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Minimum 2 years of experience in Emergency Department, ER Holding, or Medical-Surgical/Telemetry settings
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Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS (all must be current)
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Nursing degree from ACEN or CCNE accredited program
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Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccination not required
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Experience with cardiac telemetry, ventilated patients, arterial line management, and chest tube care preferred
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Proficiency in managing diverse patient populations across all age groups
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Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager or director
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a dynamic emergency care team providing critical holding services in a fast-paced academic medical environment. This position offers the chance to utilize advanced nursing skills including management of cardiac and vasoactive drips, care of ventilated patients, and interpretation of dysrhythmias while supporting patients across the full lifespan. You'll be part of a collaborative healthcare team committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes with comprehensive support services at your fingertips.
Important Application Information:
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Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions
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Ohio fingerprinting must be completed immediately upon contract signing
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Candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process
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Former employees eligible after 6 months away from facility; current employees ineligible
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Any requested time off must be disclosed and approved during submission process
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