First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Akron, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/22/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
RN – Telemetry | Akron, OH
Radius Rule: Must live at least 40 miles away from the facility to qualify for travel pay
Compensation Packages:
Travel Pay
- Weekly Gross: $2,324.00
- Weekly Non-Taxable Stipend: $1,246.00
- W2 Hourly (Taxable): $29.95/hr
- Net Weekly Gross (After Taxes): $2,136.01
Local Pay
- Weekly Gross: $1,692.00
- Hourly Rate: $47.00/hr
- Estimated Net: $1,314.48
Assignment Details:
- Location: Akron, OH
- Unit: 33-bed Cardiac Telemetry Unit
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift Schedule: 36 hours/week (3x12s)
- Shift Timings: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Estimated Start Date: September 22, 2025
- Floating: Yes
- Weekends: Every other weekend required
- Block Scheduling: Not available
Requirements:
- Active OH or Compact RN License
- Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Tele RN experience
- BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale Certification (AHA only)
- EPIC experience required
- Proficient with:
- Heparin drips & blood product administration
- EKG interpretation & rhythm changes
- First-time travelers accepted ✅
Why Join?
This opportunity offers competitive pay for both local and travel RNs while gaining experience in a 33-bed Cardiac Telemetry unit within a supportive healthcare environment.
Job Id: SUM-2622
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus