Local Contract Nurse RN - Telemetry
Akron, OH
Encode INC
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

Telemetry Registered Nurse (Tele RN) – Neuro-Tele Unit: Job Id: 2975

Interview Required | 13-Week Contract

Facility: Akron Campus
Address: 141 N. Forge St., Akron, OH 44304
Assignment Dates: December 6, 2026 – March 6, 2027
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Unit: 28-Bed Neuro-Telemetry Unit
Patient Ratio: 1:4–5
Scrubs: Solid black

Position Overview:

The Akron Campus is seeking an experienced Telemetry Registered Nurse to work in a fast-paced, 28-bed Neuro-Telemetry unit. The unit primarily cares for neuro patients, including stroke and post-trauma patients. The ideal candidate must be confident in performing neurological assessments, using stroke scales, and providing telemetry care in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care to patients in a 28-bed Neuro-Telemetry unit.
• Monitor and care for telemetry patients.
• Perform neurological assessments and demonstrate proficiency with stroke scales.
• Provide care to neurological and post-trauma patients.
• Perform phlebotomy and initiate and maintain IV lines.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation using Epic.
• Float to other units as required.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining quality patient care.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of RN Telemetry experience.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIH certifications/credentials as required by the facility.
• Epic experience within the last 12 months – must be clearly listed on the resume.
• Phlebotomy experience within the last 12 months – must be clearly listed on the resume.
• Experience starting and maintaining IVs.
• Proficiency in stroke scales and caring for neurological patients.
• Previous experience caring for post-trauma patients.
• Nursing degree from an accredited program through ACEN or CCNE.
• Ability and willingness to float as required.

Unit Details:

• 28-bed Neuro-Telemetry unit.
• Patient ratios: 1:4–5.
• Cares for neurological, stroke, and post-trauma patients.
• Fast-paced clinical environment.
• Solid black scrubs required.

Submission Requirements:

• Interview is mandatory. Please include the candidate’s available interview dates and times in the submission comments.
• RTO must be submitted with the candidate’s profile.
• Maximum RTO allowed: 7 days. More than 7 days will result in automatic rejection.
• No RTO will be permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment.
• Block scheduling requests are not accepted.
• Candidates must be willing to float.

Important: Epic and phlebotomy experience within the last 12 months are mandatory. Both must be clearly documented on the resume for consideration.