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: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/30/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Elmira, New York, 14905!

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Stroke Telemetry

Job Summary

Join a high-acuity, fast-paced 34-bed Stroke Telemetry Unit in Elmira, New York. This specialized medical-surgical environment is dedicated to providing exceptional care for acute stroke and complex telemetry patients.

The unit operates on an evidence-based, protocol-driven care model, emphasizing patient safety, rapid intervention, and robust interdisciplinary collaboration. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in managing a diverse patient population within a dynamic, high-turnover setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including the NIH Stroke Scale.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, responding promptly to changes in real time.
• Ensure strict compliance with stroke core measures, including dysphagia screening, patient education, and comprehensive care plan development.
• Administer medications following Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) standards, prioritizing patient safety and accuracy.
• Coordinate comprehensive patient care with an interdisciplinary team, including providers, therapists, and case management.
• Manage patient admissions, discharges, and overall patient flow efficiently within a high-turnover environment.
• Champion patient safety initiatives, with a continuous focus on falls prevention and maintaining skin integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately read and interpret basic cardiac rhythm strips.
• Minimum of one year of recent experience in a high-acuity medical-surgical or telemetry setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in neurological assessment techniques and NIH Stroke Scale administration.
• Expertise in telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation.
• Strong understanding and application of stroke core measures.
• Adept at safe and accurate medication administration, adhering to BCMA standards.
• Excellent critical thinking and rapid intervention skills in acute situations.
• Effective communication and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage patient flow and prioritize care in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, including falls prevention and skin integrity protocols.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Daily Schedule: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Days per Week: 3
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 2026-08-30
• End Date: 2026-11-28
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

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

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