Telemetry RN
Akron, OH
Encode INC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,554/weekOverview
- Start Date07/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care693 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,314/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,240/week
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
Description
Travel RN – PCU / Telemetry
📍 Location: Akron Campus – Akron, OH
🏥Unit: 5 West (5W) Cardiac Progressive Care / Telemetry
📅Start Date: 07/19/2026
📅Contract Length: 13 Weeks (Through 10/17/2026)
🕒Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | 3x12s
💰Pay: Competitive Weekly Pay Available (Local & Traveler Rates Available)
Job Summary:
Akron Campus is seeking experienced PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurses for a 32-bed Cardiac Progressive Care Unit specializing in Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) management. This fast-paced unit requires strong cardiac assessment skills, telemetry interpretation, and experience managing high-acuity cardiac patients.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to PCU and telemetry patients.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and EKG changes.
- Administer and monitor heparin drips and other cardiac medications.
- Administer blood products safely and according to protocol.
- Perform IV insertion, maintenance, and blood draws.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Document patient care accurately in Epic EMR.
Requirements:
- Active RN License
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/Telemetry experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Recent Epic EMR experience within the last 12 months (must be listed on resume)
- Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
- Strong telemetry interpretation skills
- Experience with heparin drips and blood administration
- Must be proficient in IV starts and phlebotomy
- Float flexibility required
Additional Information:
- 32-bed Cardiac Progressive Care/Telemetry Unit
- Patient Ratio: 1:4 (Days) | 1:5 (Nights)
- Interview Required
- Please provide candidate interview availability with submission
- Local and Traveler candidates accepted
- Maximum 7 days RTO allowed and must be submitted upfront
- No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment
- No block scheduling requests accepted
- Solid black scrubs required
Apply Today!
Join a leading Ohio healthcare system and provide specialized cardiac care in a high-acuity PCU/Telemetry environment while earning competitive pay and expanding your clinical experience.
Facility
Summa Akron City Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 693 beds
Employer
Encode INC
About Akron, OH
As a Travel 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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