Provide direct patient care for adult med/surg telemetry patients, including monitoring vitals and performing clinical procedures. Maintain thorough documentation in EPIC and collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Requirements summary
Requires an active New York state nursing license and BLS certification. Candidates must have at least one year of med/surg/telemetry experience and proficiency in EPIC charting.
Overview Licensed Practical Nurse – Med Surg Telemetry Rochester, NY, United States Start date: 07/06/2026 | Duration: Weeks | Weekly pay: $1,658-$1,743 per week | Guaranteed hours: 0.0 | Shift: 4x12 Days | Setting: 14-bed temporary overflow med/surg telemetry unit created to accommodate ED boarders, with flexible space inside GI Endoscopy and census that may vary with demand.
NY nursing license in hand required; pending licenses not accepted.
First-time travelers accepted.
Candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted.
Orientation is 12 hours.
Key Highlights • Weekly pay
$1,658-$1,743 per week
Contract duration: Weeks travel assignment
Shift: 4x12 Days
Start date: 07/06/2026
Unit setting: 14-bed Med/Surg Telemetry overflow unit supporting ED boarders
Orientation: 12 hours
Responsibilities
Provide direct care for adult med/surg telemetry patients, including ongoing assessments and telemetry monitoring; respond quickly to changes in patient condition and escalate as needed; document in EPIC.
Administer prescribed medications and maintain IV access; perform phlebotomy and related procedures as required; collaborate with the care team to ensure accurate charting and reporting.
Manage devices and basic procedures: Foley catheter care, NG/G-tube care, oxygen delivery, wound care and dressing changes; assist with feeding and nutritional needs as appropriate.
Perform routine EKG monitoring (12-lead), monitor blood glucose, and participate in isolation precautions and infection control practices; communicate findings via SBAR for transfers and handoffs.
Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams (IV team, PT, Respiratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, Social Services, Transport, Unit Secretary, Rapid Response) and participate in unit turnover and handoffs; float to med/surg as needed.
LPN scope note: may not assume assignment or act as a resource in GI/Med-Surg per unit policy; comply with unit guidelines while delivering patient-centered care.
Requirements
Active NY nursing license in hand; pending licenses not accepted
Minimum 1 year RN experience; EPIC charting experience required
Benefits
Travel support
Orientation provided
24/7 Recruiter support
BLS certification; mandatory RN competencies include phlebotomy and IV placement
Ability to work in a 14-bed Med/Surg Telemetry overflow unit; float to med/surg patients; telemetry monitoring; adherence to isolation precautions
Scheduling flexibility: Weekend coverage every other week; float as needed; call dependent on staffing; RTO minimal (cannot submit candidates with >10 days RTO)
Hiring restrictions: Candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted
Benefits
and Support
COVID-19 vaccine: Not required
Orientation: 12 hours prior to start
First-time travelers accepted
Benefits and assignment support details are not specified in the notes
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