Med/Surg RN
Akron, OH
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs

Apply now for a 13-week medical-surgical travel nursing assignment in Akron, Ohio, caring for diverse adult and adolescent patients on a fast-paced 36-bed unit. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity offers valuable experience across general medical, surgical, trauma, orthopedic, neurologic, cardiothoracic, women’s health, and specialty overflow cases. Akron provides a welcoming community with accessible parks, cultural attractions, and convenient connections throughout Northeast Ohio.

Medical-Surgical Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
• Location: Akron, Ohio
• Healthcare Setting: On-site, 36-bed medical-surgical unit
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: November 15, 2026
• End Date: February 13, 2027
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:5–6
• Scheduling Notes: Float flexibility is required. Up to seven days of requested time off may be considered at submission; time off is not permitted during the first two weeks, and block scheduling is not available.

Travel Registered Nurse Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license and eligibility to practice in Ohio
• At least 2 years of recent medical-surgical nursing experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Recent Epic electronic medical record (EMR) experience within the past year, reflected on the resume
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program recognized by ACEN or CCNE
• Strong adaptability and willingness to float between patient populations and assignments
• Ability to wear solid black scrubs

Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to patients age 17 and older through geriatric populations.
• Care for patients with general medical and surgical needs, including general and colorectal surgery, abdominal procedures, urology, gynecology, women’s health, plastics, ENT, trauma, cardiothoracic, orthopedic, spinal, and neurologic conditions.
• Support patients with complex medical needs, including obstetrical complications, preeclampsia, hyperemesis, substance-withdrawal concerns, and diabetic pregnancies.
• Perform nursing assessments, administer medications, coordinate treatments, monitor clinical changes, and document patient care accurately in Epic.
• Collaborate with physicians, providers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote patient safety, recovery, and continuity of care.
• Adapt quickly to changing assignments in a high-volume, fast-paced medical-surgical environment while maintaining quality standards.

Travel Nursing in Akron, Ohio

Akron offers a balanced lifestyle with a vibrant arts and cultural scene, outdoor recreation, neighborhood amenities, and easy access to the greater Northeast Ohio region. It is an appealing destination for healthcare professionals seeking meaningful clinical work and an engaging community experience.

Apply now to join this Northeast Ohio healthcare team as a medical-surgical travel Registered Nurse in Akron.

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We 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.