Hughes Collective is pleased to present an exciting opportunity on behalf of our client.

Position Title: Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Employment Type: This is a contract position with a duration of 13-16 weeks.

Shift: Night Shift– with option for day/night rotation available.

Self-scheduling supported: nurses enter schedule requests in advance before the final rotation is posted.

Orientation:

• Week 1 – Monday to Friday, dayshift orientation.
• Week 2 – 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a dedicated preceptor.

Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognised academic medical centre renowned for its commitment to clinical excellence, education, and innovation in patient care. With a strong focus on professional collaboration and patient outcomes, the facility offers nurses the chance to contribute to a high-performing healthcare environment while expanding their experience within a world-class institution. This environment empowers nurses to make meaningful contributions to patients’ lives while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and care quality.

The Opportunity

This short-term contract offers experienced Registered Nurses the chance to join one of the country’s most respected academic medical centres. Working within both Medical Surgical and Progressive Care Units, you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of patient cases in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Ideal for nurses seeking meaningful travel opportunities with the structure and support of a nationally recognised facility.

Key Responsibilities

• As a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical, you will work collaboratively and are responsible for:
• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients in both Medical Surgical and Progressive Care Unit (PCU) settings.
• Maintain a patient ratio of approximately 1 nurse to 5 patients.
• Float between units of equivalent or lower acuity as required.
• Perform IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and tracheostomy management.
• Collaborate with physicians and allied health professionals to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Uphold clinical standards, infection control, and documentation accuracy within EPIC EMR systems.

Qualifications

As a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical, you will possess the following qualities:

• Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years’ recent experience in acute or progressive care environments.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in patient assessment, monitoring, and intervention within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in EPIC electronic medical record systems and comfortable navigating digital documentation workflows.
• Current BCLS certification required; additional advanced certifications are advantageous.
• Skilled in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and tracheostomy management.
• Prior experience in oncology or previous travel assignments within large hospital systems are considered assets.

What Our Client Offers

• Prestigious Setting – Join one of the top-ranked U.S. academic medical centres known for excellence in nursing and patient care.
• Flexibility Contract Model – A 13-16 week assignment designed for nurses seeking both challenge and balance within a supportive, innovative environment.
• Collaborative Culture – Work with a multidisciplinary team that values professionalism, teamwork, and patient-centred outcomes.

About the Collective

At Hughes Collective, we don’t just recruit, we revolutionize how talent meets opportunity. We’re not in the business of filling roles; we’re in the business of transforming careers and powering businesses with bold, game-changing hires.

For candidates, this isn’t just about your next job, it’s about uncovering your passions, amplifying your strengths, and unlocking your potential. We’re here to connect you to a career that excites, inspires, and fuels your future.

This isn’t recruitment as usual, this is Hughes Collective. Bold. Authentic. Unapologetically different. Your next move starts here.