Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Akron, OH | Nights (3x12)
Summa Health System - Akron Campus
Akron, OH
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Travel RN
Stepdown Nurse in Akron, OH
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$2,206
Specialty
Stepdown
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
ASAP
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Stepdown travel nurse job in Akron, Ohio, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Summa Health System - Akron Campus. This role pays $2,206 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Summa Health System - Akron Campus
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Location: Akron, OH 44304 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
- EMR System: Epic
Responsibilities
- Manage higher-acuity patients stepping down from intensive care who require close monitoring
- Monitor continuous telemetry and hemodynamic status, recognizing and escalating changes promptly
- Administer medications and IV therapy, including titratable drips approved for the unit, per facility protocol
- Care for patients on high-flow oxygen and non-invasive ventilation when assigned
Travel Stepdown Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent Stepdown experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Ohio and national regulatory bodies.
Summa Health — Akron Campus — Akron, OH
Akron, OH
Summa Health's Akron Campus (formerly Akron City Hospital) is a large tertiary teaching hospital and the flagship of Summa Health, serving as the tertiary transfer hub for the entire system. It runs major trauma and cardiovascular programs in a tertiary academic setting.
- A Level I Trauma Center with 24/7 in-house fellowship-trained trauma surgeons, taking transfers from across the Summa system. Read More
- Magnet recognition (ANCC) at the Akron Campus, designated in 2011 and redesignated in 2016 and 2021.
- A Certified (thrombectomy-capable) Stroke Center and a Certified Chest Pain Center with PCI.
- The Summa Health Heart & Vascular Institute, with cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, structural-heart procedures (TAVR/MitraClip), and a hybrid OR.
- A NEOMED-affiliated teaching hospital with roughly 20 ACGME residency and fellowship programs, plus nationally recognized obstetrics and a behavioral-health pavilion.
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FAQs – Stepdown Travel Nurse Jobs Near Akron, OH
What certifications am I required to have for travel Stepdown jobs?
Most require BLS and ACLS. Neuro and stroke step-down postings often list NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, and some cardiac step-down units add a dysrhythmia exam. PCCN, AACN's progressive care certification, is a relevant plus; step-down hours can count toward its practice-hour requirement when they involve direct care of acutely ill adults.
Can I take a travel Stepdown job with ICU or Med Surg experience?
Sometimes. ICU experience often transfers well, while Med Surg or Med Surg/Tele experience may be considered when it includes continuous monitoring, higher-acuity patients, and relevant infusions. The facility determines whether your background matches the unit's acuity and responsibilities.
What kind of units to Stepdown travel nurse assignment cover?
Stepdown units may focus on cardiac, neuro, surgical, trauma, or general medical patients. One unit may regularly manage post-cath patients and cardiac drips, while another may focus on stroke, post-craniotomy, chest tubes, or complex postoperative care. Reviewing the unit’s patient mix and permitted therapies is important
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this Stepdown job in Akron
- Review Ohio nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View Ohio salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Akron, OH
Akron, OH supports a diverse metropolitan healthcare market framed by the University of Akron and expansive natural landscapes. Cuyahoga Falls, Barberton, and Stow serve as practical residential bases just outside the primary city center. Continuous patient admissions at Summa Health System and Cleveland Clinic Akron General require steady traveler integration across intensive care and complex surgical suites. Connections to SR-8 and I-77 keep cross-town trips contained for highly predictable daily commutes between these neighboring suburbs and the medical districts. Travel nurses frequently explore the nearby Cuyahoga Valley National Park to decompress away from the hospital setting. The robust clinical infrastructure in this region guarantees a reliable pipeline of Midwestern contract opportunities.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel Stepdown · Akron, OH · $2,206 /wk