Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,221 per week in Penn Yan, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Penn Yan, NY
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,221 per week
Shift Information: 3 days
Contract Duration: 18 Weeks
Start Date: 10/19/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Emergency Department Registered Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Emergency Duration: 18 weeks Shift: Full-Time Days or Nights as scheduled Hours per Shift: 36 hours/week Experience: One year of acute hospital experience as a registered professional nurse License: Current Registered Nurse license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, Stroke Certification (AHA or RQI only) Must-Have: 2 years of experience in the Emergency Department Description: The Emergency Department Registered Nurse applies knowledge of nursing theory, technical, and communication skills in delivering high-quality compassionate care to patients and families. The ED RN assesses patient needs, identifies urgent or emergent care priorities, and collaboratively provides direct care. They apply appropriate interventions and evaluate patient progress. The ED RN evidences skill in the use of various invasive and non-invasive procedures, treatments, and therapeutic interventions appropriate to manage life-threatening and routine emergency situations. They utilize the principles of relationship-based care to alleviate anxiety, provide information, and address pain, discomfort, and safety. The ED RN assesses the physiological, psychosocial, emotional, and cultural needs of patients of all age groups, their families, and support systems as appropriate. They connect with patients and families during triage, identifying the initial management of patients and assigning priority of care according to Triage Standards. The ED RN establishes rapport with patients and families, addresses comfort needs, listens carefully, assesses nonverbal communication, and provides frequent updates. They conduct primary assessments of critical needs, detecting and documenting any major deviations from norms for all age groups within acceptable time frames. The ED RN correctly identifies necessary steps and interventions required for care. They use direct observation, patient/family interviews, and data to conduct secondary assessments, identifying contributing factors and health history. The ED RN reassesses patients to identify responses to treatment and changes in condition, responding appropriately. They encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members to accomplish the best possible patient outcomes. The ED RN teaches others as appropriate and delegates tasks consistent with individual education, training, and scope of practice. They safeguard public safety through compliance with infection prevention strategies. The ED RN prepares patients and families for diagnostic procedures and treatments, making appropriate referrals for post-emergency care. They teach patients what is needed for continued care or healing at home and assess patient/family learning styles to maximize understanding. The ED RN embraces the importance of creating a healing environment as a key element of professional nursing practice. They maintain awareness of patients' conditions throughout the ED visit and keep patients and significant others informed of the process of care. The ED RN anticipates patient/family needs and updates patient communication boards throughout the ED stay.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam