Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Ithaca, NY
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,353/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
Shift: 06:45 PM - 07:15 AM
Every other weekend and holiday required.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide bedside patient care in a 32-bed Med/Surg/Tele unit. With an average daily census of 17-22 patients and a patient ratio of 1:5 (1:6 during surgical staffing), our team is supported by nursing assistants and a lightly assigned Charge Nurse.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality bedside patient care.
- Utilize Epic software for patient management.
- Maintain effective communication with healthcare team members and patients.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and update medical records.
- Participate in patient education and advocacy.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Current state RN license required.
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system is mandatory.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Completion of required health screenings and vaccinations.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
Employer
ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Ithaca, NY
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Ithaca, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Ithaca, NY is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- However, wages in the healthcare industry generally match up with the cost of living.
- Ithaca experiences a continental climate with average summer highs around 80°F and winter lows around 15°F.
- Snowfall is common in the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Ithaca, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the presence of Cornell University and Ithaca College in the area.
- Ithaca is somewhat car-friendly, but it also offers public transportation through TCAT buses.
- The city is known for being pedestrian and bike-friendly as well.
- Ithaca is a diverse community with a mix of college students, families, and professionals.
- The population includes a wide age range due to the presence of the universities.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the lush natural surroundings.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area due to the healthcare facilities and educational institutions.
- Ithaca offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and various outdoor activities such as hiking, waterfalls, and wineries.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college sports events and outdoor recreational opportunities.
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