Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,438 per week in Elmira, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Elmira, NY
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,438 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Registered Nurse - Stroke Telemetry

Job Summary

This Registered Nurse position is for a high-acuity, fast-paced medical-surgical environment specializing in acute stroke and complex telemetry patients. The 34-bed Stroke Telemetry Unit in Elmira, New York, delivers evidence-based, protocol-driven care with a strong focus on patient safety, rapid intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

This role involves managing a diverse patient population within a high-turnover setting, requiring strong clinical skills and critical thinking to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including the NIH Stroke Scale.
• Monitor and accurately interpret telemetry rhythms, responding to changes in real-time.
• Ensure compliance with stroke core measures, including dysphagia screening, patient education, and individualized care plans.
• Administer medications following Barcode Medication Administration (BCMA) standards, prioritizing patient safety and accuracy.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient care with an interdisciplinary team, including providers, therapy services, and case management.
• Manage patient admissions, discharges, and overall patient flow efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Maintain a constant focus on falls prevention, skin integrity, and overall patient safety initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively within a primary and team nursing model.

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret basic cardiac rhythm strips.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in frequent neurological assessments and NIH Stroke Scale application.
• Expertise in telemetry rhythm monitoring and interpretation.
• Strong understanding and application of stroke core measures.
• Adept at safe and accurate medication administration using BCMA standards.
• Excellent interdisciplinary collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to manage patient flow, admissions, and discharges efficiently.
• Commitment to patient safety, including falls prevention and skin integrity protocols.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and rapid intervention capabilities in acute situations.
• Ability to work effectively within both primary and team nursing models.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: PM (Nights)
• Shift Duration: 12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Days Per Week: 3
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Assignment Start Date: November 8, 2026
• Assignment End Date: February 6, 2027

Licensing Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.