Travel Med Surg RN - $2,215 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) – Stroke Stepdown | 12-Hour Nights | Utica, NY Travel RN opportunity in Utica, New York for an experienced medical-surgical nurse with stroke stepdown expertise. Provide high-quality care to adult patients with complex medical and neurological conditions while working three 12-hour night shifts per week. This on-site travel nursing assignment offers the chance to join a supportive healthcare team in the scenic Mohawk Valley, with convenient access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and the broader Central New York region. Travel Nursing Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,970–$2,080 Assignment Dates: November 30, 2026 – February 27, 2027 Contract Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week Shift: 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Hours: 36 hours per week Healthcare Setting: Adult medical-surgical stroke stepdown unit Unit Size: 64 beds Charting: Epic EMR Scrub Color: Navy blue Location: On-site in Utica, New York Registered Nurse Job Requirements Active New York Registered Nurse (RN) license; verification of all active RN licenses may be required At least 2 years of recent medical-surgical nursing experience Previous stroke stepdown or neurological nursing experience Previous travel nursing experience required Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required; certification may be completed before the start date Recent resume, specialty skills checklist, and required licensure and identity documentation Flexibility to float to other units as needed Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients in a medical-surgical stroke stepdown setting Assess and monitor patients experiencing stroke, altered mental status, renal conditions, dialysis needs, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, pulmonary conditions, and other medical-surgical diagnoses Manage patients requiring isolation precautions and complex care interventions Use and monitor specialty equipment, including IV pumps, nasogastric tubes, and feeding tubes Recognize changes in neurological and overall patient status and communicate concerns promptly Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support safe, effective patient outcomes Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic Float to other appropriate units when requested and support continuity of care across the department Apply now for this travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Utica, NY, and bring your medical-surgical and stroke stepdown expertise to a leading healthcare team in Central New York. 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 Job ID 525570. 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 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.