Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Elmira, NY
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible
Referral Bonus
$2,437/weekOverview
- Start Date12/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights, Flexible
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,170/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,267/week
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
Qualifications
- Resume
Description
RN Medical-Surgical / Telemetry – Days & Nights Available
Job ID: CCA-72381
Location: Elmira, NY 14905
Department: 3B Telemetry / Medical-Surgical
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Shift Options: Days and Nights Available
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical / Telemetry RN for a 13-week assignment on a high-acuity, 34-bed Stroke Telemetry Unit. The unit specializes in caring for acute stroke and complex telemetry patients in a fast-paced environment.
Both day and night shift options are available.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of relevant RN experience.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
- Current NIHSS certification.
- Ability to read and interpret basic cardiac rhythm strips before arrival.
- Experience with Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing.
Unit Details
- 34-bed Stroke Telemetry Unit.
- High-acuity, fast-paced environment.
- Patient population includes acute stroke and complex telemetry patients.
- Team-based and primary nursing care models.
- Focus on evidence-based, protocol-driven care.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including NIH Stroke Scale.
- Monitor telemetry rhythms and respond to changes.
- Follow stroke care protocols and core measures.
- Administer medications using BCMA standards.
- Collaborate with providers, therapy, and case management.
- Manage admissions, discharges, and patient flow.
- Maintain patient safety, fall prevention, and skin integrity.
Ideal Candidate: An experienced Med-Surg/Telemetry RN with strong stroke-care knowledge, rhythm interpretation skills, and current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications.
Employer
First Connect Health
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- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
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About Elmira, NY
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Elmira, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Elmira, NY is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Elmira experiences average summer highs of around 80°F and winter lows of about 15°F, with snowfall being common during the winter months.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Elmira, NY and can be relatively easy to find.
- Elmira is car-friendly, with convenient access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Elmira has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Elmira, NY.
- Elmira offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby Finger Lakes region.
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