Cardiac Stress Lab RN
Elmira, NY
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date11/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Med/Surg Telemetry RN travel contract in Elmira, NY: earn an estimated $2,130–$2,250 weekly while caring for acute stroke and complex cardiac patients.
Join a high-acuity, fast-paced medical-surgical telemetry team in this 13-week New York travel nursing assignment. You will provide evidence-based nursing care in a collaborative environment focused on patient safety, rapid intervention, and excellent clinical outcomes. Elmira is a welcoming community in New York’s scenic Southern Tier, with access to the Finger Lakes region, outdoor recreation, and a vibrant local culture.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Telemetry / Stroke Telemetry
- Location: Elmira, New York (NY)
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130–$2,250
- Start Date: November 8, 2026
- Assignment Duration: 13 weeks, ending February 6, 2027
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
- Unit Environment: A 34-bed, high-acuity medical-surgical telemetry unit specializing in acute stroke and complex telemetry patients
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in New York
- At least 1 year of recent medical-surgical telemetry, stroke telemetry, or comparable acute-care nursing experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- NIH Stroke Scale competency
- Ability to read and interpret basic cardiac rhythm strips before the start of the assignment
- Strong assessment, prioritization, communication, and clinical documentation skills
- Commitment to evidence-based nursing practice, patient safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Med/Surg Telemetry RN Responsibilities
- Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including NIH Stroke Scale evaluations
- Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, recognize changes promptly, and initiate appropriate interventions
- Provide safe, accurate medication administration in accordance with barcode medication administration standards
- Support compliance with stroke core measures, including dysphagia screening, patient education, and individualized care planning
- Coordinate care with providers, therapists, case management, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
- Manage admissions, discharges, transfers, and patient flow in a high-turnover environment
- Collaborate with primary and team nursing staff to deliver coordinated patient care
- Maintain a consistent focus on fall prevention, skin integrity, infection prevention, and overall patient safety
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, patient responses, and care-plan updates
Apply now for this Registered Nurse travel contract in Elmira, New York, and join a collaborative medical-surgical telemetry team.
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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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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