Med Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Glens Falls, NY
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,352/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Opportunity: Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg/Telemetry (Nights)
Location: Glens Falls, New York
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit & Patient Population
- Unit primarily cares for Telemetry/Cardiac patients
- 16 beds
- RN to patient ratio: 4:1
- Adult to Geriatric patient population
- Remote Telemetry Unit
- Dress code: Personal scrubs of any color (no designs, cartoons, or hoodies)
Required Qualifications
- License: Current New York RN license (Temporary Health Care Service Agency License/Registration Certificate required upfront)
- Certifications: ACLS and BLS (must be current and uploaded with profile)
- Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of RN experience (highest required years of experience)
- Strong proficiency and experience working on Cardiac/Telemetry and Med-Tele units
- Must be able to interpret, measure, and document cardiac rhythms twice per shift comfortably
- Technical Skills: Must have EPIC experience (required)
- Other:
- Reliable with no attendance concerns or call-outs
- Must have own vehicle
- Neuro/stroke experience highly preferred
- Previous travel experience highly preferred (not required)
Additional Requirements & Notes
- 14 panel drug screen required within 24 hours of offer acceptance
- Must complete onboarding training from either Welle (Verbal De-escalation bundle) or CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
- COVID vaccinations encouraged but not required
- No block scheduling will be considered
- Requested time off during assignment must be submitted and approved before contract start; no more than 5 days allowed
- Cancellation policy: Facility may cancel up to 5 shifts during the 13-week contract with 2 hours’ notice
- Profile must include:
- Work history
- Skills checklist (updated within 1 year)
- One supervisory signed reference from the past 2 years
- Permanent address matching driver’s license/state ID (travelers from certain NY counties are not eligible)
Work Environment
- Very patient-oriented unit
- Must follow department expectations for cardiac rhythm monitoring and documentation
- Dress code: Any color scrubs, no hoodies or cartoon designs
Summary
This is a 13-week temporary RN position on a telemetry/cardiac unit requiring strong cardiac monitoring skills, EPIC experience, and a New York RN license with the temporary healthcare service agency registration. The role demands reliability, experience in cardiac/telemetry nursing, and the ability to work nights in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Prior travel experience is highly preferred but not mandatory.
Employer
Olaro
13 nurses recommend working with Olaro
Pros
Very friendly, extremely helpful and patient, explains the steps needed well and clearly. Very understanding and kind. Dave always made sure to keep in contact and help control my fears as I started my first travel assignment.
Cons
None.
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About Glens Falls, NY
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Glens Falls, NY here's what you should know:- Glens Falls has a cost of living slightly below the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 80°F, while winter lows can drop to 10°F.
- Be prepared for cold winters and warm summers.
- Short-term rentals can be found in Glens Falls, but availability may vary.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- Glens Falls is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- Glens Falls has a growing community of travel nurses.
- There are various restaurants offering diverse cuisines, art galleries, music events, and local sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities in the nearby Adirondack Mountains and Lake George.
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