Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
new york, NY
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
$2,100/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration36 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Med Surg RN Opportunity – New York, NY
Position: Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
Location: New York, NY
Start Date: August 31, 2026
Duration: 13 Weeks (Ends November 28, 2026)
Shift: Days | 3 x 11.5-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
Schedule: 34.5 Hours/Week
Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend
Job Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical RN experience
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- 1 year of travel experience preferred (required for travel positions)
- Active New York State RN License
- BLS Certification required
- Epic EMR experience highly preferred
- Associate Degree in Nursing required (BSN preferred)
Unit Details
- Unit: 6W Medicine Unit
- Average Daily Census: 22 Patients
- 29-bed Medical Unit
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:6
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, evidence-based patient care using the nursing process.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and disease prevention.
- Document patient care accurately in Epic EMR.
- Participate in bedside shift reports, purposeful hourly rounding, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Perform charge nurse duties as assigned and support patient throughput.
Employer
Prime Staffing
5 nurses recommend working with Prime Staffing
At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.
We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.
About New York, NY
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in New York, NY here's what you should know:- New York City has a high cost of living, significantly above the national average.
- Wages are generally higher to match the cost of living, but it's important to budget carefully.
- Summer average highs are around 84°F (29°C) and lows around 68°F (20°C).
- Winter average highs are around 38°F (3°C) and lows around 26°F (-3°C).
- Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more expensive and in high demand.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- New York City is not car-friendly, but it has an extensive public transportation system including subways, buses, and commuter trains.
- New York City is incredibly diverse, with a wide range of ages and ethnicities.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the city.
- New York City offers a plethora of options for dining, art, music, and sports.
- From world-class restaurants to Broadway shows, museums, concerts, and professional sports teams, there is always something to do in the city.
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