Travel Nurse RN - $4,105 per week in Rochester, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Other
Location: Rochester, NY
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $4,105 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/14/2026

About the Position

Job Title

Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Travel Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract assignment in Rochester, New York. This role offers an opportunity to provide high-quality patient care within an acute care setting, contributing to a collaborative healthcare team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, ensuring adherence to professional standards and facility policies. This position requires adaptability, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to patient safety and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, accurately documenting all interventions and patient responses.
• Monitor patient vital signs, interpret diagnostic tests, and report changes in patient condition to the healthcare team.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, other nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding health conditions, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records (EHR) documentation.
• Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in patient assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making.
• Competence in medication administration, IV insertion, and wound care.
• Ability to operate and interpret medical equipment, including vital sign monitors and EKG machines.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new environments and patient populations quickly.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM (Day Shift)
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Days per Week: 3 days (36 hours/week)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 2026-09-14
• End Date: 2027-01-09
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.