Travel Nurse RN - $2,412 per week in Rochester, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Other
Location: Rochester, NY
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,412 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/28/2026

About the Position

Registered Nurse

Job Summary

This role is for a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care in an acute care hospital setting located in Rochester, New York. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care for a diverse adult population.

You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes, maintain accurate documentation, and uphold the highest standards of nursing practice. This position requires strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and a commitment to patient safety and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring for efficacy and adverse reactions.
• Perform nursing interventions, including wound care, IV insertion, and vital sign monitoring.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, medications, and self-care techniques.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of recent acute care experience as a Registered Nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in patient assessment and critical care monitoring.
• Competence in medication administration, IV therapy, and wound management.
• Ability to operate standard medical equipment.
• Strong electronic medical record (EMR) documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and safety.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM (Day Shift)
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Days Per Week: 3 days
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Assignment Dates: September 28, 2026 – January 23, 2027

Licensing Requirements

• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (AHA).