Telemetry RN Jobs in Ohio
Telemetry RN jobs in Ohio are consistently in demand, concentrated in large acute-care hospital systems, cardiac and step-down units, and regional medical centers serving a population with high rates of cardiovascular disease. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, with major employers such as Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and UC Health maintaining steady telemetry nurse needs at every level from new graduate to senior charge nurse. The most sought-after specialties include cardiac telemetry, progressive care, and step-down monitoring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Step-down RN with cardiac post-op experience (CABG, valve) and SD/PCU patient ratio background for a 13-week day shift assignment.
Details
- Step-down unit (36 beds) at a hospital specializing in pre and post-op open heart management including CABG, valve, mitral clip, and TAVR
- Also manages thoracotomy and lung cases such as pneumothorax, hemothorax, chest tube, and zephyr valve patients
- Advanced cardiac patients on continuous telemetry monitoring
- Targeted patient ratios of 1:4-6
- Day shift schedule, 4x12 hours (7:00-19:30)
- Required to work every other weekend and holiday
- Subject to floating within the hospital or to nearby Premier Health campuses based on census and skill set
- May float to high-risk respiratory unit/COVID assignments at facility discretion
Requirements
- Active OH RN license or compact license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required
- SD or PCU experience with 1:5 ratio required and must be reflected in work history (ICU experience does not qualify)
- CABG and valve post-op experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must pass an online EKG tele competency assessment prior to starting
- Must demonstrate ability to read and interpret cardiac strips and titrate cardiac drips
- IV start experience required
- Level I or II trauma center experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care for pre/post-op cardiac surgery patients and advanced cardiac telemetry patients
- Perform cardiac drip titration, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams
- Navy blue scrubs required
- N95 fit testing required prior to working on the HRRU unit unless PAPR is needed
- Lab work and EKG/dysrhythmia exam must be completed within 72 hours of signing contract
- Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, must be requested at time of submission with no changes after offer
- Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted
- Previous PERM/PRN staff or non-extended agency travelers must wait 6 months before reapplying and require facility rehire approval
- Travel experience preferred but not required, making this role open to first-time travelers
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Step-down RN with cardiac post-op experience (CABG, valve) and SD/PCU patient ratio background for a 13-week day shift assignment.
Details
- Step-down unit (36 beds) at a hospital specializing in pre and post-op open heart management including CABG, valve, mitral clip, and TAVR
- Also manages thoracotomy and lung cases such as pneumothorax, hemothorax, chest tube, and zephyr valve patients
- Advanced cardiac patients on continuous telemetry monitoring
- Targeted patient ratios of 1:4-6
- Day shift schedule, 4x12 hours (7:00-19:30)
- Required to work every other weekend and holiday
- Subject to floating within the hospital or to nearby Premier Health campuses based on census and skill set
- May float to high-risk respiratory unit/COVID assignments at facility discretion
Requirements
- Active OH RN license or compact license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required
- SD or PCU experience with 1:5 ratio required and must be reflected in work history (ICU experience does not qualify)
- CABG and valve post-op experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must pass an online EKG tele competency assessment prior to starting
- Must demonstrate ability to read and interpret cardiac strips and titrate cardiac drips
- IV start experience required
- Level I or II trauma center experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care for pre/post-op cardiac surgery patients and advanced cardiac telemetry patients
- Perform cardiac drip titration, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams
- Navy blue scrubs required
- N95 fit testing required prior to working on the HRRU unit unless PAPR is needed
- Lab work and EKG/dysrhythmia exam must be completed within 72 hours of signing contract
- Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, must be requested at time of submission with no changes after offer
- Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted
- Previous PERM/PRN staff or non-extended agency travelers must wait 6 months before reapplying and require facility rehire approval
- Travel experience preferred but not required, making this role open to first-time travelers
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Telemetry RN Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Cleveland Clinic15
- American Traveler12
- Mercy Health9
- TriHealth9
- University Hospitals5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in telemetry RN jobs across Ohio.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing
- Current Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
- Demonstrated ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and 12-lead ECGs
- Minimum one year of experience in a telemetry, cardiac, or step-down unit
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification preferred or required by most employers
- Familiarity with continuous cardiac monitoring systems and telemetry equipment
Telemetry RN Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a telemetry rn in Ohio?
You become a telemetry rn in Ohio by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining licensure through the Ohio Board of Nursing. Ohio participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so compact license holders from other member states may work in Ohio without a separate application. Most employers then require completion of an internal cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia recognition course before independent practice in a telemetry unit.
How much do telemetry RNs make in Ohio?
Telemetry RNs 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 telemetry rns in Ohio?
Employers hiring telemetry rns in Ohio right now include Cleveland Clinic, American Traveler, and Mercy Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems, including Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and Premier Health, maintain ongoing telemetry nurse needs across their hospital campuses statewide.
Which Ohio cities have the most telemetry rn jobs?
Cleveland, Montgomery, and Cincinnati lead Ohio in telemetry rn openings. Columbus drives volume through OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital's adult affiliates, Cleveland's concentration of cardiac-specialty care at the Cleveland Clinic health system sustains consistent demand, and Cincinnati's large medical corridor anchored by UC Health and TriHealth supports ongoing telemetry unit staffing across the southwest part of the state.
Are there remote telemetry rn jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Telemetry nursing requires hands-on patient monitoring and bedside care, so the vast majority of roles are facility-based. About 0% of telemetry rn openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve telephonic triage, remote cardiac monitoring review, or care management rather than direct unit work.
How can I get hired as a telemetry rn in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate nurse residency program at a large Ohio health system. Cleveland Clinic, OhioHealth, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center all run structured residency tracks that include telemetry and cardiac step-down rotations for nurses without prior unit experience. Starting in a medical-surgical role and requesting a transfer after several months is another well-established route. Completing an arrhythmia interpretation course before applying and holding Basic Life Support and ACLS certifications give candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to telemetry rn jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to telemetry rn jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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