Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lima, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 11/17/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Lima, Ohio

Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Lima, Ohio (zip code 45801). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern medical/surgical telemetry unit, providing high-quality cardiac and clinical care to a diverse patient population. Lima offers affordable living, a welcoming community, and convenient access to parks, restaurants, and cultural attractions—making it a top destination for travel nurses seeking Ohio healthcare jobs.

Travel Nurse Job Details

Location: Lima, Ohio (45801) – Ohio nursing jobs

Facility Setting: Medical/Surgical Telemetry Unit (36 beds)

Assignment Type: Travel RN contract

Start Date: November 17, 2025

End Date: February 14, 2026

Duration: 13-week travel nursing assignment

Hours per Week: 36

Shift: 12-hour night shifts

Patient Ratios: 1:4-5

Unit Features: Alaris pumps, Hercules beds, post-op drains, ports, PICC lines, chest tubes

Estimated Weekly Pay: $1680 - $1800

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license in Ohio or compact state (required)

Minimum 1 year of registered nurse experience (required)

6 months of acute care hospital experience (preferred)

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (required)

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (preferred)

NIH Stroke Certification (preferred)

Dysrhythmia Exam (required; study guide available)

Ability to titrate cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Heparin)

EPIC EHR experience (preferred)

Navy blue scrubs required

Med/Surg Tele RN Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments; develop individualized care plans

Safely administer medications and follow hospital policies

Coordinate patient care and communicate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Manage cardiac patients (chest pain, CHF exacerbations, pre/post cardiac cath)

Care for patients undergoing alcohol detoxification

Monitor and titrate cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Heparin)

Manage post-op drains, ports, PICC lines, and stable chest tubes

Advocate for patient safety and participate in quality improvement initiatives

Educate patients and families on care plans and procedures

Respond to rapidly changing patient conditions with confidence

Practice universal precautions and infection control protocols

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: Equal Opportunity

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #423357. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg Tele

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