Travel Emergency Department Med/Surg Boarder RN - $2,445 per week

Sawgrass Healthcare (A Datson360 Company) is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 11 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

We are seeking experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurses to join one of the busiest Emergency Departments in the country as an ED Boarder RN . This role focuses exclusively on caring for admitted Med/Surg patients boarding in the Emergency Department while awaiting inpatient bed placement.

This is an excellent opportunity for Med/Surg nurses looking to work in a high-acuity academic medical center without requiring previous Emergency Department experience.

Assignment Details

• Start Date: July 6, 2026
• End Date: October 3, 2026
• Duration: 13 Weeks
• Schedule: 3x12s
• Shift: Rotating Days / Evenings / Nights
• Weekends: As Needed
• Holidays: Required
• On-Call / Callback: Per Unit Needs
• Openings: 2

Unit Overview

• Adult Emergency Department
• Over 100,000 patient visits annually
• One of the busiest Emergency Departments in the nation
• Level I Trauma Center
• Boarder nurses care exclusively for admitted Med/Surg patients within the ED

‍⚕️ Patient Assignment

• Typical Ratio: 1:5
• Assistive personnel available
• No ED assignment responsibilities
• Focused Med/Surg inpatient care within the Emergency Department environment

Core Responsibilities

• Care for admitted Med/Surg patients awaiting inpatient placement
• Perform patient assessments and ongoing monitoring
• Administer medications and treatments
• Monitor telemetry patients
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years Med/Surg RN experience
• Strong Telemetry experience required
• Ability to manage multiple patients in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent prioritization and communication skills

Emergency Department experience is NOT required

✅ Certifications Required

• BLS
• ACLS

Preferred:

• NIHSS

License Requirement

• Active New York RN License

Facility: Strong Memorial Hospital Academic Medical Center Regional Level I Trauma Center High-acuity patient population Strong interdisciplinary support

About Sawgrass Healthcare (A Datson360 Company)

Why Join Sawgrass Healthcare

• Top-Paying, Nationwide Opportunities – Access travel, contract, per diem, and permanent roles across multiple U.S. states.
• Personalized Career Matching – We place you in assignments that fit your skills, preferences, and lifestyle—not just any open shift.
• Fast, Smooth Onboarding – Streamlined credentialing and compliance so you can start working without delays.
• Dedicated Recruiter Support – Real people, real support—before, during, and after your assignment.
• Flexible Assignments – Choose schedules and locations that work for you.

Trusted Healthcare Partner – A growing, reputable staffing agency committed to transparency, compliance, and candidate success.

Benefits

• Employee assistance programs
• Guaranteed Hours
• Holiday Pay
• Relocation bonus
• Retention bonus
• Company provided housing options
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral bonus
• Weekly pay
• License and certification reimbursement
• Medical benefits