Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Saratoga Springs, NY
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Travel/Contract)

Location: Saratoga Springs, New York
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on Medical Surgical unit (a3/C3)
• Float within scope of practice and at unit leader’s discretion
• Night shift staffing ratio approximately 1:5 or 1:6
• No local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius or from specified counties in the region

Required Qualifications

• Current New York RN license
• Minimum 2 years of acute hospital nursing experience
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
• EPIC electronic health record system experience required
• Must be willing to float to other units as needed based on skillset and manager discretion

Immunizations & Health Requirements

• Flu vaccine required by December 5th; medical or religious exemptions must be approved at least 2 weeks prior to start
• Negative 2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold test within 1 year of start (T-spot tests not accepted)
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, declination, or vaccine series)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (specific lab and panel requirements apply)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start; must complete specific medical history forms during occupational health appointment
• N95 mask fit test required (quantitative test only accepted if done externally)
• Eye exam including Ishihara color deficiency test required prior to start (can be completed onsite)
• Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training required for all RNs per New York State regulations

Testing & Competencies

• Must pass advanced EKG/ECG competency exam with a minimum 90% score within 72 hours of contract signing (100% on lethal rhythms required)
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required as applicable
• NIH Stroke certification required for certain units; facility may assign certification during orientation if not on file

Documentation & Onboarding Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)
• Passport-style photo for badge (plain background, head and shoulders visible)
• Background checks including 7-year search, SS trace, county searches, nationwide, sex offender registry, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG (updated annually)
• FCRA Authorization Release form signed prior to start
• Lift assessment (typically 25 lbs, may vary by position) completed during occupational health appointment
• Completion of virtual general orientation and clinical testing modules via online learning system prior to start date

Additional Notes

• Candidates must not reside in specified local counties to be eligible
• Flu season protocols may require mask wearing if exemption is approved
• Occupational health services (physical, fit test, questionnaires) billed to agency
• References: 2 professional references required for travel, allied, and per diem acute care roles

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity on a night shift medical surgical unit with a focus on acute care experience, EPIC proficiency, and compliance with comprehensive health and competency requirements.