Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg Tele (PCU) travel assignment in Potsdam, NY. Start date 09/21/2026 for a weeks-long assignment in a hospital setting. Shift: 4x12 Nights. Weekly pay range: $2,871–$2,939 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. The unit functions as a Certified Stroke Center and covers PCU/Med-Surg/Tele needs with a focus on cardiac, respiratory, infectious disease, endocrine, pre/post-op, and CVA care.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,871–$2,939 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0 hours
- Contract duration: weeks
- Shift: 4x12 Nights
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Unit setting: PCU/Med-Surg/Tele with Certified Stroke Center designation in a hospital setting
- Orientation: 16 hours
Responsibilities
- Provide RN care for patients on a PCU/Med-Surg/Tele unit with a mix of cardiac, respiratory (including COVID), infectious disease, endocrine, pre/post-op, and CVA patients
- Initiate and manage IV access and provide IV therapy, including peripheral, PICC, and port care
- Monitor dysrhythmias and respond to arrhythmia events; perform rhythm recognition and appropriate interventions
- Utilize non-invasive respiratory support such as high-flow nasal cannula and BiPAP/CPAP as prescribed
- Assist with chest tube and tracheostomy care; wound care and wound VAC management as needed
- Administer blood products and follow IV insulin/heparin protocols; participate in post-MI and CVA/stroke care planning
- Coordinate with PT, Respiratory, Pharmacy, Social Services, and Unit Secretary to support interdisciplinary care and patient transitions
- Maintain accurate charting in EPIC; adhere to established protocols and care plans
Requirements
- NY RN license in hand required to submit
- ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required
- Minimum 1 year RN experience
- EPIC charting experience required (hard requirement)
- PCU training preferred; candidates may be PCU or Med-Surg/Tele
- Residency restriction: must reside more than 50 miles from the assignment; candidates within 75 miles are not accepted
Benefits and Support
- Orientation: 16 hours
- Pre-approved time off: one shift per contract
- Float to sister units when needed to support staffing
- Dedicated assignment support from the staffing organization during the travel period
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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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