Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Akron, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start Date09/11/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Bring your Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience to a rewarding travel nurse job in Akron, Ohio. This night-shift acute care assignment offers a supportive clinical team, a diverse adult patient population, and the opportunity to grow your medical-surgical telemetry nursing skills in a dynamic Northeast Ohio healthcare setting.
Job Details
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,910-$2,010
- Employment Type: Travel RN
- Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry
- Location: Akron, OH 44307
- Start Date: September 11, 2026
- Duration: 18 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Contract Options: 13-20 week options may be available
- Orientation: 16 hours
Job Requirements
- Active permanent Ohio RN license or compact license in hand at time of submission
- Minimum of 18 months of recent Med/Surg Telemetry or telemetry nursing experience
- AHA BLS and ACLS required and active in hand
- One reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in the specialty within the past 12 months
- Ability to complete ECG rhythm recognition and safeMedicate assessments during orientation
- Must be able to meet travel compliance requirements and submit required documentation on time
- Open to candidates with strong bedside skills, solid telemetry interpretation, and confident night-shift performance
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to adult Med/Surg Telemetry patients in an acute care setting
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret telemetry strips, and recognize changes in patient status promptly
- Administer medications and treatments according to plan of care and clinical standards
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support patient outcomes
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and thoroughly
- Prioritize care effectively while maintaining strong communication and teamwork during night shifts
- Support patient education, discharge readiness, and continuity of care
Apply now to join this Med/Surg Telemetry travel nursing opportunity in Akron, Ohio and take the next step in your healthcare career.
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.
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About Akron, OH
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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