Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care
Akron, OH
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,660/weekOverview
- Start Date10/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Take the next step in your travel nursing career as an Acute Registered Nurse / CVOR RN in Akron, Ohio 44307. Join a high-acuity cardiovascular operating room team where your perioperative nursing experience, fast-paced decision-making, and collaborative approach will make an immediate impact. This 13-week CVOR travel nursing job offers an estimated weekly pay of $2,370-$2,500 in a welcoming Northeast Ohio healthcare community.
Job Details
- Specialty: Acute Registered Nurse / CVOR Registered Nurse
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
- Setting: Operating Room / Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
- Location: Akron, Ohio 44307
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/23/2026
- Shift: Day shift, 4x10 hours (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
- Hours Per Week: 40
- On-Call: Call coverage may be required and will be discussed during interview
- Openings: 2
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,370-$2,500
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of combined permanent experience in the specialty
- CVOR experience preferred
- Experience circulating open heart cases preferred
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio or a compact license in hand at time of submission
- Current AHA BLS certification required
- One reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in the specialty from the past 12 months
- Required certifications must be active and in hand at submission
- Ability to complete ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate during orientation
- Must be comfortable with compliance and onboarding requirements for a travel healthcare assignment
Responsibilities
- Circulate cardiovascular and open heart surgical cases in a fast-paced OR environment
- Support surgeons and the perioperative team with safe, efficient patient care
- Maintain sterile technique and uphold operating room best practices throughout procedures
- Monitor patient status and respond promptly to changes in the surgical setting
- Collaborate closely with the care team to ensure smooth case flow and positive outcomes
- Participate in call coverage as scheduled and provide reliable support when needed
- Contribute to a professional, team-oriented environment focused on quality patient care
Why Travel Nurses Choose This Role
- Competitive pay for a CVOR travel RN job in Akron, Ohio
- Opportunity to strengthen cardiovascular operating room experience
- Supportive surgical team in a high-acuity healthcare setting
- Great fit for experienced perioperative nurses seeking a short-term assignment
Apply now to join this Akron, Ohio CVOR travel nursing assignment and bring your OR expertise to a team that values quality, collaboration, and patient-centered care.
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 Acute 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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