Cardiac Stress Lab RN
Elmira, NY
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date11/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Apply now for a 13-week travel nurse contract in Elmira, New York, providing high-acuity medical-surgical, telemetry, and acute stroke care on a collaborative 34-bed unit. This New York nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who values evidence-based practice, patient safety, rapid intervention, and excellent clinical outcomes.
Located in New York’s scenic Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region, Elmira offers a welcoming community with access to outdoor recreation, local arts and culture, historic attractions, and beautiful seasonal landscapes.
Travel Nurse Job Details
- Job Title: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical and Telemetry Nursing
- Healthcare Setting: 34-bed stroke telemetry and medical-surgical unit
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130–$2,250
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
- Start Date: October 18, 2026
- Contract Duration: 13-week travel nursing contract
- Work Arrangement: On-site
- Location: Elmira, New York
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license valid for practice in New York
- At least 1 year of acute-care registered nursing experience
- Recent medical-surgical nursing and telemetry experience
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications
- NIH Stroke Scale competency or certification
- Ability to read and interpret basic cardiac rhythm strips before starting the assignment
- Strong patient assessment, communication, organization, and clinical judgment skills
Med/Surg Telemetry RN Responsibilities
- Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including NIH Stroke Scale assessments
- Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, identify changes promptly, and initiate appropriate interventions
- Provide evidence-based nursing care for acute stroke and complex telemetry patients
- Follow stroke core measures, including dysphagia screening, patient education, and individualized care planning
- Administer medications safely and accurately in accordance with barcode medication administration standards
- Coordinate care with providers, rehabilitation services, case management, and other interdisciplinary partners
- Manage admissions, discharges, transfers, and patient flow in a high-turnover healthcare environment
- Promote fall prevention, skin integrity, infection prevention, and overall patient safety
- Collaborate effectively with primary and team nursing staff to deliver consistent, patient-centered care
Apply now for this medical-surgical telemetry travel nursing opportunity in Elmira, New York, and join a high-acuity healthcare team committed to quality patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
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About Elmira, NY
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Elmira, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Elmira, NY is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Elmira experiences average summer highs of around 80°F and winter lows of about 15°F, with snowfall being common during the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Elmira, NY and can be relatively easy to find.
- Elmira is car-friendly, with convenient access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Elmira has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Elmira, NY.
- Elmira offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby Finger Lakes region.
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