Travel Nurse Level I RN - Telemetry
Akron, OH
Encode INC
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Description: Registered Nurse – Telemetry/Med-Surg (RN Telemetry I)
 

Facility Information

Organization: Summa Health
Facility: Akron Campus
Location: Akron
Department: H5 (Telemetry/Med-Surg Unit)
Contract Duration: 06/14/2026 – 09/12/2026
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (Day Shift)
 

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse – Telemetry/Med-Surg is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care to adult patients requiring cardiac monitoring, medical-surgical treatment, and ongoing nursing assessment. The RN will work collaboratively with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and support staff to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

This role requires strong telemetry interpretation skills, recent Med/Surg experience, Epic EMR proficiency, and the ability to float to similar units as needed.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for telemetry and medical-surgical patients
• Monitor, interpret, and respond to cardiac telemetry rhythms
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with facility protocols
• Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and emergencies
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and discharge instructions
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards
• Float to other appropriate units based on staffing needs

Required Qualifications

• Active RN License (State of Ohio or Compact License)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Recent Telemetry experience required
• Epic EMR experience within the last year required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE accredited)
• Ability to float between units as needed
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• NIH Stroke Certification