Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Ithaca, NY
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel opportunity in Trumansburg near Ithaca, NY (zip 14850). Join a leading addiction recovery center in the Finger Lakes region to provide compassionate med-surg and behavioral health nursing care for adults in recovery in the scenic Finger Lakes region.

Job Details

• Location: Trumansburg, NY (near Ithaca, 14850) — Ithaca NY nursing jobs / Finger Lakes
• Assignment Type: Travel Nurse (Travel RN assignment)
• Unit: Med-Surg at a leading addiction recovery center – Men's Residence (behavioral health / addiction recovery)
• Start Date: March 30, 2026
• End Date: June 29, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shifts: Variable (Days / Nights / Weekends), 5 x 8-hour shifts per week
• Hours per Week: 40 (guaranteed)
• Number of Positions: 3
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,120 - $2,230

Med-Surg RN Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State
• Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg nursing experience; behavioral health or addiction recovery experience a plus
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited school required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• BLS certification required (AHA preferred)
• CPI certification or willingness to complete within 3 months of hire
• Successful completion of medication competency exam (medication administration experience required)

Responsibilities (Med-Surg / Behavioral Health)

• Maintain 24-hour accountability for quality of care for clients as a Med-Surg Registered Nurse
• Conduct physical and mental health assessments, including vital signs, risk assessments, and withdrawal assessments
• Administer and monitor treatment regimens and prescribed medications; ensure medication safety and control of drugs
• Observe, document, and report behavioral changes and clinical findings to the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Triage emergent medical issues and coordinate appropriate care with providers and emergency services
• Document all care accurately and in a timely manner following regulatory standards
• Provide clinical supervision and direction to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and other clinical staff
• Respect cultural and religious practices of patients and promote a patient-centered, recovery-focused environment
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities to ensure regulatory compliance
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned

Experience the rewarding challenge of supporting individuals in recovery while enjoying the Ithaca area’s scenic parks, vibrant arts scene, and lively downtown. This travel RN assignment offers a unique opportunity to grow your Med-Surg and behavioral health nursing skills in New York State.

Apply now to join our healthcare team today — bring your Med-Surg RN experience to a leading addiction recovery center in the Finger Lakes region and make a meaningful impact in the community.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.