American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position on a flex overflow unit caring for ED boarder patients, requiring a NY RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Position is on a Med/Surg Tele unit serving as a 14-bed overflow area for ED boarder patients
• Unit is a flex space within the GI Endoscopy area, with fluctuating patient numbers
• Care includes management of telemetry and med/surg patients
• Day shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 to 19:00
• Requires working every other weekend
• Floating to other units is required
• EMR used is Epic, prior experience with Epic is preferred
• Block scheduling may be accommodated but is not guaranteed
• Primary duties include providing nursing care to a diverse patient population as part of an overflow unit
• RN must be able to adapt to fluctuating census and flex space environment
• Expected to collaborate with the IV team (PICC team) but must be proficient in IV placement
• Must wear navy blue or white scrubs
• Minimal time off is requested for the duration of the contract
• All requested days off must be disclosed at the time of application
• Standard vaccinations and compliance requirements apply

Requirements

• Active NY RN license required at time of submission
• BLS certification required
• Minimum of 1 year recent Med/Surg Tele RN experience
• Competency in IV placement, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response procedures
• Experience with oxygen administration, peripheral line care, non-invasive airway management, and isolation precautions
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Charge nurse experience is preferred but not required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must live at least 75 miles from the facility

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-652531. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

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