Travel Registered Nurse Observation Unit Job

Overview
Registered Nurse — Observation Unit, Zanesville, OH, United States. Travel assignment begins 09/21/2026 for 13 weeks in a clinic setting. Weekly pay ranges from $1,863 to $2,023 with guaranteed 36 hours per week. Shift is 3x12-hour nights. The RN will primarily staff the 1S Observation Unit, with float coverage to Med-Surg units (Respiratory, Stroke, Cardiac, etc.) and possibly the ED if skilled. Epic EMR proficiency is required, and current BLS and ACLS are mandatory.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,863–$2,023 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour nights (7:00 pm–7:30 am)
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Setting: Clinic travel assignment with Observation Unit responsibilities and float to Med-Surg and possibly ED

Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care on the 1S Observation Unit, monitoring patient status, including telemetry, and responding to clinical changes per unit protocols.
- Read and interpret telemetry/BCRA data; document findings in the Epic EMR; administer prescribed medications and therapies.
- Conduct frequent patient assessments, manage IV therapy, wound care, and other essential med-surg nursing tasks.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and the care team to develop and modify care plans; facilitate admissions, transfers, and discharges as needed.
- Float to other Med-Surg units (Respiratory, Stroke, Cardiac) and potentially ED based on skill and patient needs; maintain competency and safety in each setting.
- Maintain Epic EMR proficiency and comply with unit standards, infection control, and BLS/ACLS protocols; participate in required orientation and competency activities.

Requirements
- Current, active Registered Nurse license in Ohio
- Active BLS and ACLS certifications
- Minimum 3 years of Telemetry/Med-Surg nursing experience
- Proficiency in Epic EMR (refresher or on-site 1:1 support not provided)
- Ability to read Telemetry/BCRA and pass day-one competency assessments
- Capable of floating to other Med-Surg units and, as needed, ED; able to work in a fast-paced observation/unit setting

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- Nationwide assignments, with placement opportunities across multiple locations

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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