What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Medical / Surgical position at NurseAmerica, Inc.?
NurseAmerica is seeking an experienced Travel Med Surg RN for a 13-week assignment in Central New York. This position is ideal for an RN with strong Medical Surgical, Special Care Unit (SCU), and Emergency Department (ED) experience. The unit primarily cares for adult Med Surg patients with an occasional pediatric patient population. Previous travel nursing experience is required. Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,550/week
About NurseAmerica, Inc.
NurseAmerica is a premier nurse employer in the United States that prides itself on connecting highly qualified healthcare professionals to leading healthcare organizations. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and programs for licensure and continued education. With our commitment to excellence, we are seeking skilled nurses in various specialities ready to take the next steps in their careers!
Description
Travel Med Surg RN | Central New York
Location: Hamilton, New York
Start Date: November 2, 2026
End Date: January 31, 2027
Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week
Employment Type: Travel
On-Call: No
Local Candidates: Accepted (50-mile radius rule applies, local rate will apply)
Position Overview
NurseAmerica is seeking an experienced Travel Med Surg RN for a 13-week assignment in Central New York. This position is ideal for an RN with strong Medical Surgical, Special Care Unit (SCU), and Emergency Department (ED) experience. The unit primarily cares for adult Med Surg patients with an occasional pediatric patient population.
Previous travel nursing experience is required.
Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,550/week
Unit Details
- Unit Type: Medical Surgical (MS)
- Patient Population: Primarily Adult with Rare Pediatric Patients
- RN Ratio: Typically 7:1 (may occasionally increase to 8:1)
- Common Diagnoses: CHF, COPD, Syncope, Non-STEMI, DKA, Wound Care Issues, Total Hip Replacement (THR), Total Knee Replacement (TKR), Lumbar Surgery, General Surgery, and COVID
- Charting System: Sorian
- Floating: As Needed
- On-Call: None
Schedule
- Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- 13-week contract
- ASAP Starts Only
- No on-call requirement
Requirements
- Active New York RN License
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg experience
- SCU (Special Care Unit) experience required
- Emergency Department (ED) experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Charge Nurse experience strongly preferred
- Supervisor experience strongly preferred
- Current AHA BLS Certification
- ACLS preferred
- PALS preferred
- Current specialty-specific skills checklist
- License verification for New York and all other active RN licenses
- Current resume documenting relevant Med Surg, SCU, ED, and travel nursing experience
- RTO must be disclosed at the time of submission
- Valid driver's license with address matching candidate demographics
About the Facility
Approximately 45,000 residents across multiple communities in Central New York. The facility is a 25-bed hospital providing essential primary and specialty care services, supported by an experienced team of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nursing professionals. As a cornerstone healthcare provider in the region, the organization is committed to delivering quality care to all patients regardless of ability to pay.
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Questions? Email us: hr@nurseamerica.us
Learn more: www.nurseamerica.us
Salary
$2,500 - $2,550 per week
Salary : $2,500 - $2,550