Float Registered Nurse
Albany, NY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,429/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care729 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg Float Pool RN with an active NY license, Epic EMR proficiency, and night shift availability.
Responsibilities
- Position is in the Med/Surg Float Pool within a hospital setting
- Work schedule is 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM on night shifts
- Role requires floating to various medical-surgical units as needed
- Uses Epic EMR system
- No blocked scheduling permitted
- Competency testing is required for all applicants; Med/Surg nurses with less than 2 years experience must pass the test in two attempts
- More than three call outs in a 13-week period will result in contract termination, and make-up shifts must be completed within six weeks
- Requests for time off must be submitted at the time of application
- Travel pairs are not permitted for this assignment
- Holiday and weekend scheduling may be required
- RNs may only apply to one position at this facility at a time
Requirements
- Active NY RN license required at the time of consideration
- Minimum of 2 years recent experience in medical-surgical nursing
- Current BLS certification from AHA or RQI required
- Epic EMR experience required
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- US Social Security Number required
- Medical documentation required for influenza vaccine exemption; personal or religious exemptions are not accepted
- Applicants must not reside in Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Ulster, Warren, or Washington counties
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Facility
Albany Medical Center
10 nurses recommend working with Albany Medical Center
Pros
Critical care Float pool stays within the ICUs not much med surg and step floating and float pool management is cool
Cons
SICU is clickie and you can get fired easily. Some providers seem rude to black travelers

- Short Term Acute Care
- 729 beds
Employer
American Traveler
59 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah got me my first travel position. She was very proactive in finding me a suitable job and location.
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
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Albany, NY
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A vibrant city located in the heart of New York State, Albany is famous for its rich history, beautiful architecture and abundance of cultural attractions. Situated on the west bank of the Hudson River approximately 150 miles north of New York City, Albany features amazing destinations such as the Empire State Plaza, the New York State Museum and the Egg Performing Arts Center. The city is also home to several colleges and universities, including SUNY Albany, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Siena College, Union College and Albany Law School. The climate in Albany is generally cool, with warm summers and cold winters and lovers of winter weather can enjoy a beautiful blanket of snow covering the ground.
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