Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
Healthforce•City of Utica, NY
•$2,165 - $2,295•Onsite
About The Position
This is a travel Registered Nurse position for a Med Surg (Stroke Stepdown) unit in New York, United States. The assignment is for an estimated 13 weeks, starting on 08/31/2026. The role involves providing direct patient care to adults in a fast-paced hospital setting, with a focus on stroke and related medical conditions. The nurse will monitor patient status, administer medications, manage assessments, document care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Floating to other units may be required as needed.
Requirements
- Current New York RN license with active status; NURSYS license verification required with all active RN licenses listed
- AHA BLS required
- NIHSS certification required (NIHSS can be obtained prior to start)
- Minimum 2+ years of Med/Surg experience with stroke stepdown and travel experience
- EPIC experience preferred
- Driver’s license with address matching demographics
- Up-to-date resume including 2+ years MS/stroke stepdown experience and travel experience
- Ability to float
- RTO requests must be included at time of submission
Nice To Haves
- EPIC experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care to adults on a MS Stroke Stepdown unit, including monitoring neurological status and vital signs
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and supportive treatments per physician orders
- Manage cardiac and neurological assessments, document findings, and communicate changes promptly
- Utilize nursing skills to care for patients with stroke, altered mental status, renal issues, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, isolation precautions, and general medical-surgical conditions
- Operate unit equipment (IV pumps, NG/nutritional tubes) and implement feeding plans as ordered
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, participate in rounds, and ensure patient safety and quality of care
- Documentation in EPIC and adherence to unit protocols; support patient and family education
- Float to designated units as required by schedule; maintain professional appearance per unit guidelines (scrub color: navy)
Benefits
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support, with 24/7 access
- Housing assistance and nationwide assignments (where available)
- Extension opportunities and fast credentialing processes
- Comprehensive assignment support throughout the engagement
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
