Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Elmira, NY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical

Location: Elmira, New York
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• 12-hour day shift, 7 days on, with every other holiday and every other weekend commitment.
• Dress code: Navy blue.
• Travel RNs are the first to float if needed.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for New York State.
• State License Verification must be completed within 30 days prior to start.

Experience

• Specialty: Medical/Surgical Nursing.
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1 year or as per standard for Medical/Surgical RN roles.

Certifications & Training

• BLS (American Heart Association) certification required.
• Must complete Arnot Skills Checklist for the assigned unit (updated annually).
• Must pass Arnot Core Competency Exam with a score of 80% or higher.
• Fit Test (annual requirement) for approved mask models; on-site fit testing available if needed.
• COVID-19 vaccine proof or agency declination (optional).
• MMR: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required.
• Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer, 3 vaccine series, or specific declination form required.
• Influenza vaccine or specific declination form required; if declined, mask must be worn at all times.
• TB Test: Must have one of the following within required timeframes: 2 skin PPDs (one within 12 months, one within 3 months), or 1 Quantiferon/Spot test within 12 months. Past positives require chest x-ray within 12 months.
• Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required.
• Tdap: Preferred within last 10 years; if none, specific declination form required.
• Physical/Health Statement: Must be completed within last 12 months, including vitals and vision screening, with no restrictions.

Background & Screening

• Agency Background Check within 30 days of start, including SSN Address Trace, county and national criminal checks.
• Agency Drug Screen within 30 days of start; 9+ panel including common substances.
• Employment history for last 7 years must be documented with supervisor references.
• Education verification for initial nursing degree required.
• Professional references: 1 supervisor reference from last 12 months, 1 supervisor or peer reference from last 3 years.

Additional Requirements

• Driver’s License or State ID (valid and unexpired).
• Color photo (headshot) required.
• Completion of various professional forms and acknowledgments related to conduct, sexual harassment, parking, and assignment confirmation.
• Must complete self-study packet and quiz prior to start.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Floating to other units may be required.
• All credentials and documentation must be current and compliant with onboarding requirements.

This position is suitable for a Medical/Surgical RN with travel experience or interest, who meets licensure and certification requirements and is comfortable with a 12-hour day shift schedule and floating as needed.