Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs in Ohio

Registered Nurse Med Surg jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand across large academic medical centers, community hospital systems, and regional health networks serving the state's sizable urban and rural populations at every level from new graduate to experienced charge nurse. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where major systems like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Bon Secours Mercy Health maintain large med-surg floors and ongoing needs. Telemetry management, post-surgical care, and high-acuity general medicine are the most in-demand specialties across Ohio openings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles147+
Top employerMercy Health
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring48
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Memorial Health Ohio
Patient Care Technician | Med-Surg, Part-Time (Benefit Eligible), 3rd Shift
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Memorial Health Ohio
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Patient Care Technician | Med-Surg, Part-Time (Benefit Eligible), 3rd Shift
Memorial Health Ohio
Marysville, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Healthforce
Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
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Healthforce
New 20h ago
Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
Healthforce
Zanesville, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$1,871 - $1,946/yr
BLS Certification

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Kettering Health
Nursing Assistant - 6100 Med Surg
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Kettering Health
Added 1d ago
Nursing Assistant - 6100 Med Surg
Kettering Health
Dayton, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
CPR Certification
10,000+

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OhioHealth
Staff RN - Med Surg Peds (Mansfield)
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OhioHealth
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Staff RN - Med Surg Peds (Mansfield)
OhioHealth
Mansfield, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Mercy Health
Registered Nurse (RN) – Med-Surg Unit – Willard Hospital
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Mercy Health
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Registered Nurse (RN) – Med-Surg Unit – Willard Hospital
Mercy Health
Willard, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
17 jobs
Springfield
12 jobs
Cleveland
8 jobs
Lancaster
8 jobs
Montgomery
7 jobs
Youngstown
7 jobs
Lima
6 jobs
Lorain
6 jobs
Columbus
5 jobs

Registered Nurse Med Surg Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Mercy Health
    Mercy Health56
  • OhioHealth
    OhioHealth15
  • TriHealth
    TriHealth11
  • UC Health
    UC Health9
  • V
    Voyage Health9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse med surg jobs across Ohio.

  • Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing
  • Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Minimum one year of recent med-surg or acute care nursing experience preferred
  • Familiarity with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a patient load of five or more med-surg patients per shift

Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered nurse med surg in Ohio?

You become a registered nurse med surg in Ohio by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining an active license through the Ohio Board of Nursing. Ohio is a Nurse Licensure Compact member, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Ohio without a separate application. Most hospitals expect new med-surg nurses to complete a structured unit orientation before independent patient assignment.

How much do registered nurse med surgs make in Ohio?

Registered nurse med surgs in Ohio earn a median of about $82,510 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,980 for the lowest 10% to over $105,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire registered nurse med surgs in Ohio?

Employers hiring registered nurse med surgs in Ohio right now include Mercy Health, OhioHealth, and TriHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems maintain continuous med-surg openings across multiple campuses, making them reliable sources of both full-time and per-diem positions throughout the year.

Which Ohio cities have the most registered nurse med surg jobs?

The cities with the most registered nurse med surg openings in Ohio are Cincinnati, Springfield, and Cleveland. Columbus leads because of the concentration of large academic medical centers and OhioHealth's flagship Riverside Methodist Hospital, Cleveland draws volume from the Cleveland Clinic health system and University Hospitals, and Cincinnati's activity is anchored by Bon Secours Mercy Health and UC Health, which collectively operate numerous med-surg units throughout the metro.

Are there remote registered nurse med surg jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Registered nurse med surg is an inherently hands-on bedside role requiring direct patient assessment, medication administration, and wound care that cannot be performed remotely. About 0% of registered nurse med surg openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, utilization review, or telephonic case management rather than direct floor nursing.

How can I get hired as a registered nurse med surg in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate nurse residency programs run by Ohio's large health systems, which are specifically designed for nurses without prior acute care experience. OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and Bon Secours Mercy Health each operate structured residency cohorts that provide supervised med-surg rotations, mentorship, and a pathway to full-time hire. Candidates who hold an active Ohio Board of Nursing license, BLS certification, and clinical practicum hours in a hospital setting have the strongest profile for these competitive programs.

Where can I find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from hospitals, health systems, and clinical employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the employers posting those positions.

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