Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,386 per week in Elmira, NY

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Stroke Telemetry

Job Summary

Join a high-acuity, fast-paced 34-bed Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit in Elmira, New York, specializing in the comprehensive care of acute stroke and complex telemetry patients. This unit is dedicated to delivering evidence-based, protocol-driven care with a strong emphasis on patient safety, rapid intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

As a Registered Nurse on this unit, you will play a critical role in monitoring patient progress, implementing care plans, and ensuring optimal outcomes for a diverse patient population requiring specialized neurological and cardiac monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including the NIH Stroke Scale.
• Monitor and accurately interpret telemetry rhythms, responding promptly to changes in real time.
• Ensure strict compliance with stroke core measures, including dysphagia screening, patient education, and individualized care plan development.
• Administer medications safely and accurately, adhering to Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team, including providers, therapy services, and case management.
• Manage patient admissions, discharges, and overall patient flow efficiently within a high-turnover environment.
• Maintain a constant focus on patient safety initiatives, including falls prevention and the maintenance of skin integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Ability to interpret basic cardiac rhythms.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in frequent neurological assessments and NIH Stroke Scale administration.
• Expertise in telemetry rhythm monitoring and interpretation.
• Strong understanding and application of stroke core measures.
• Competence in safe medication administration utilizing BCMA systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary team coordination.
• Ability to manage patient flow and prioritize care in a dynamic, high-acuity setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, including falls prevention and skin integrity protocols.
• Ability to work effectively within both primary and team nursing models.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM
• Shift Duration: 12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Days per Week: 3
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 2026-07-19
• End Date: 2026-10-17
• 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.