Progressive Care Telemetry RN
Akron, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start Date01/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel assignment in Akron, Ohio (zip code 44304). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern cardiac step-down/telemetry and stroke overflow unit, providing high-quality patient care in one of Ohio's top healthcare facilities. This travel nursing job offers the chance to work in a supportive environment while enjoying Akron's vibrant downtown and welcoming community.
Travel Nurse Job Details
- Location: Akron, Ohio (zip 44304) – Ohio nursing jobs
- Unit: 4 West – 21-bed cardiac step-down/telemetry and stroke overflow
- Assignment Type: Travel RN Contract
- Duration: 13 weeks (Start: January 18, 2026 – End: April 18, 2026)
- Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Patient Ratios: 1:4, occasionally 1:5
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active RN license (Nursys verification required) – Registered Nurse jobs in Ohio
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or Telemetry nursing experience
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale
- Epic EMR experience within the last 12 months (must be listed on resume)
- Ability to draw blood and start IVs
- Solid black scrubs required
- Willingness to float to other units as needed
- Interview availability must be provided with application
PCU Nurse Responsibilities
- Deliver patient-centered care in a cardiac step-down/telemetry and stroke overflow unit
- Monitor and assess patients, administer medications, and perform clinical interventions
- Draw blood and initiate IV therapy
- Document patient care using Epic EMR
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Float to other hospital units as required
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies and healthcare regulations
Take the next step in your nursing career with this high-demand travel nurse job in Akron, Ohio. Experience the best of Ohio healthcare while making a difference in patient lives. Apply now to join our compassionate and skilled healthcare team!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Akron, OH
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Akron, OH here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Akron, OH is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- The average summer highs in Akron, OH reach around 82°F, while the average winter lows drop to about 19°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Akron, OH, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and the presence of various housing providers.
- Akron, OH is generally car-friendly with easily navigable roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses and a downtown trolley service, providing convenient alternatives for those without a car.
- Akron, OH has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include respiratory conditions due to industrial history.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in Akron, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Akron, OH offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, a rich music history, and numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.
- Residents can enjoy live music, sports events, and explore the picturesque Cuyahoga Valley National Park for outdoor adventures.
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