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Location: Potsdam, New York
Employment type: Travel/Contract
Contract length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:00), 36 hours per week; 36- or 48-hour schedules
Weekend requirement: Every other weekend (2 weekends of a 4-week posted schedule)
Setting: Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center
Traveler eligibility: First-time travelers accepted. Not open to local candidates; must live more than 50 miles away.
Unit orientation: 24 hours
Unit systems: EPIC, Pyxis, SBAR

Valid RN license in New York
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
1 year of Emergency Department (ED) experience, completed within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI)
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI)
TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
NIHSS
Experience with ventilator management
Experience with central line management
Blood product administration
IV vasopressors
Continuous IV sedation
IV insertion skills
Experience working with spinal cord injury patients
Experience working with urinary patients
Experience with traumatic brain injury (TBI) management
Experience with Epic

Complete health requirements and lab work within 5 days of signing the contract.

Physical exam: Within 1 year of start; updated annually. Expiring documents must be renewed before start if they expire during the assignment.
Fit test (mask): Within 1 year of start; updated annually. Candidates who fail may wear a PAPR onsite after signing PAPR education.
Tdap: Within 10 years. Td is not accepted.
TB: Negative QuantiFERON, T-SPOT, or 2-step PPD within 1 year of start. Positive results require a negative chest X-ray within 10 years and an annual TB questionnaire.
Immunity: Rubeola, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella documentation (titer, vaccines, declination, or documented history as applicable).
Flu: Vaccination or signed agency declination required during flu season (2026-27; documentation deadline 12/3). Flu receipts not accepted.
Drug screen: Requirements vary by booking date. New bookings on or after 8/10/25 require a drug screen within 30 days of start covering amphetamines, cocaine, MDMA/MDA, fentanyl, heroin, and opiates. Candidates already on assignment at the 8/10/25 go-live date require a negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; it cannot be pending at start, and instant screens are not accepted.

Criminal background check: 7-year check, including all aliases, national and state searches, sex offender registry, and education verification; completed within 30 days of start
Background checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG, within 30 days of start
Education verification: Third-party verification of the degree for the candidate's specialty (in-house verification from the registrar is acceptable; transcripts or diplomas are not)
Government-issued photo ID
Badge photo: Clear, passport-style, solid background
References: 2 professional references
Employment application
Work history verification: 7 years
Harassment prevention training: Completed annually
Facility documents: Patient confidentiality, sexual harassment prevention policy, patient experience training, and orientation safety manual acknowledgment, reviewed or signed before start. Attestations for pre-employment compliance and health records are completed by the clinical liaison.
Facility modules: Due on the facility's deadline, regardless of the module platform due date. Login details are sent by email 2-3 weeks before start.

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ADDRESS50 Leroy StreetPotsdam, NY 13676

Cost of Living

Potsdam's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Potsdam experiences cold winters with average lows of 8°F in January and warm summers with average highs of 80°F in July.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found in Potsdam, but availability may vary.
It's recommended to start the search early to secure suitable furnished housing.

Transportation

Demographics

Potsdam has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses in winter.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Potsdam offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
It also has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks, hiking trails, and participate in winter sports activities.

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