Travel Med Surg RN - $2,215 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Utica, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Stroke Stepdown | Utica, New York Seeking an experienced travel Registered Nurse for a 13-week medical-surgical stroke stepdown assignment in Utica, NY. Join a collaborative adult inpatient nursing team and provide high-quality care in a supportive clinical environment while enjoying the welcoming community, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation of the Mohawk Valley. Travel Nursing Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,350 Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Stroke Stepdown Patient Population: Adult patients Healthcare Setting: 64-bed medical-surgical unit Nursing Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 6:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours weekly Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: December 14, 2026 Floating: Required to other appropriate units as needed Additional Unit Information: Navy blue scrubs; Epic electronic medical record experience preferred Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements Active New York Registered Nurse (RN) license; verification of all active RN licenses is required At least 2 years of recent medical-surgical nursing experience, including stroke stepdown experience Previous travel nursing experience required Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required; certification may be obtained before the start date Current resume documenting relevant medical-surgical and travel nursing experience Ability to float to other appropriate inpatient units as needed Travel Registered Nurse Responsibilities Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to adult stroke stepdown and medical-surgical patients Monitor and assess patients with stroke, altered mental status, renal disease, dialysis needs, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, pulmonary conditions, and isolation requirements Recognize changes in neurological and overall patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the interdisciplinary healthcare team Administer medications and treatments, perform ongoing nursing assessments, and accurately document patient care in Epic Manage specialty equipment, including IV pumps, nasogastric tubes, and feeding tubes Provide patient and family education while supporting individualized care plans and safe transitions of care Collaborate with providers and other healthcare professionals to promote quality outcomes and patient safety Apply now for this travel nursing opportunity in Utica, New York, and join a dedicated medical-surgical stroke stepdown team. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID 527278. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg About GHR Healthcare - Travel Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.