Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Elmira, NY
First Connect Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – MedSurgical / Telemetry / Stroke

Location: Elmira, NY

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks 

Shift: Night Shift (19:00 – 07:00) | 12-Hour shifts

Job Summary

A facility in Elmira, NY is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for Unit 3B, a high-acuity 34-bed unit specializing in Medical-Surgical care, Telemetry, and Stroke management. Due to an increase in patient census, we are looking for a clinician who excels in a collaborative team-nursing environment and possesses strong neurological and cardiac assessment skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Specialized Care: Manage a diverse patient load including general medical-surgical cases and patients requiring continuous cardiac telemetry.
• Stroke Management: Act as the primary nurse for stroke patients, utilizing NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) protocols for assessment and intervention.
• Team Nursing: Work effectively within a team nursing model, providing direction to LPNs (who assist with PO meds and second-dose antibiotics) and Nursing Assistants (who manage vitals and glucose monitoring).
• Cardiac Monitoring: Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, ensuring rapid response to any hemodynamic changes.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Licensure: Active New York State RN License in hand.
• Certifications:
  • ACLS (Must be active prior to arrival).
  • NIHSS (Stroke Certification) required.
  • BLS (AHA).
• Skills: Proficiency in telemetry interpretation and acute care nursing.
• Clinical Experience: Ability to handle a 34-bed unit environment split into two distinct teams.

Assignment Details & Expectations

• Reason for Requisition: Increase in patient census.
• Unit Structure: 34 beds; well-supported by Nursing Assistants and LPNs to allow RNs to focus on high-level assessments and coordination.
• Shift Details: Consistent 12-hour night shifts.
• Location: Elmira, NY.