First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Elmira, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/01/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, evenings, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (RN Emergency Room)
Order ID: CCA-71000
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (11/01/2026 – 01/30/2027)
Shift Matrix:Night Shift / Mid Shift | 12-Hour Shifts
- Work Schedule: 36 guaranteed hours per week (3x12-Hour Shifts).
- Shift Options:
- Night Shift: 19:00 – 07:30
- Mid Shift: 11:00 – 23:30
- On-Call Requirement: No call required.
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Absolute Minimum Qualifications & Departmental Hardstops:
- Licensure Mandate: Active, unencumbered New York State RN License held in hand at submission.
- Experience Baseline: Minimum 2+ years of recent, dedicated Emergency Department (ED) RN experience in a busy acute hospital environment.
- Mandatory Certifications:
- Active AHA BLS
- Active AHA ACLS
- Active AHA PALS
- Volume & Ratio Preparedness: Demonstrated capability managing a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio within a high-volume, 48-treatment space Emergency Department.
- Shift Flexibility: Candidate must be willing/open to either the 19:00 – 07:30 (Nights) or 11:00 – 23:30 (Mids) shift window.
Job Summary & Clinical Scope
A Medical Center in Elmira, NY is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN Emergency Room) for a 13-week contract in EMERG (Department 6711). Operating within a 48-bed regional emergency care center, the RN will direct immediate triage, emergency resuscitation, acute stabilization, and emergency pharmacotherapy for adult and pediatric emergency populations.
- Emergency Triage & Rapid Assessment: Conduct rapid visual and physical triage evaluations using ESI triage algorithms; prioritize patient care based on clinical acuity and physiological stability.
- Resuscitation & High-Acuity Stabilization: Direct advanced cardiac, trauma, and respiratory resuscitation protocols (Code Blue, Code STEMI, Stroke Alerts, Severe Sepsis) within a 48-bed department.
- High-Volume Bedside Care: Maintain primary care management for up to 5 acute patients simultaneously (1:5 ratio); execute IV vascular access, cardiac telemetry monitoring, continuous infusion titrations, and emergency procedural assistance.
- Interdisciplinary Emergency Collaboration: Partner with emergency physicians, mid-level providers, trauma teams, crisis counselors, and inpatient floor units to optimize throughput and clinical outcomes.
Department & Facility Details
- Department Setting: Emergency Department (EMERG - Department 6711) / 48 Treatment Spaces.
- Facility Footprint: Primary regional hospital and acute referral center.
Order ID: CCA-71000 Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (11/01/2026 – 01/30/2027) Shift Matrix: Night Shift / Mid Shift | 12-Hour Shifts
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus