Encode INC is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Akron, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical Unit (H5)
Location: Summa Health Akron Campus – Akron, Ohio
Department: H5 Medical Surgical Unit (1300 60030)
Job Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Duration: July 19, 2026 – October 17, 2026
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3x12s)
Openings: 3
Interview Required: Yes
Position Summary
Summa Health is seeking experienced Medical Surgical Registered Nurses (RNs) to join the H5 Medical Surgical Unit at Akron Campus. This fast-paced 36-bed unit provides comprehensive care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients requiring medical and surgical hospitalization. Nurses will care for a diverse patient population and must be comfortable managing varying patient assignments throughout their shift while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Unit Overview
The H5 Medical Surgical Unit specializes in caring for patients with:
- General Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery
- Abdominal Surgeries
- Mastectomy & Thyroidectomy Procedures
- Urology & Uro-Gynecology
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Women's Health
- Plastic Surgery
- ENT Procedures
- Trauma Patients
- Cardiothoracic Cases
- Orthopedic & Spine/Neuro Overflow
- Obstetrical Complications including:
- Hyperemesis
- Preeclampsia
- Intra-Uterine Fetal Demise (IUFD)
- Substance Abuse Withdrawal During Pregnancy
- Diabetic Pregnancies
Patient Ratio: 1:5–6
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for medical and surgical patients.
- Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes appropriately.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and patient care management.
- Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Float to other appropriate units as required.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License.
- Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program.
- Minimum 2 years of recent Medical Surgical nursing experience.
- Recent Epic EMR experience within the last 12 months (must be reflected on resume).
- Current BLS Certification (AHA).
- Current ACLS Certification.
- Current NIH Stroke Scale Certification.
- Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication, assessment, and critical-thinking skills.
Required Certifications
- BLS (AHA)
- ACLS
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
About Encode INC
At Encode, we empower organizations and individuals through innovative, human-centric workforce and technology solutions. With decades of experience and a proven track record, we deliver more than just healthcare staffing, we provide integrated, strategic support across industries, with particular strength in federal and government contracts.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
