Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview
Registered Nurse, Med Surg (Adult/Geriatric) travel assignment in Saratoga Springs, NY. Start date 10/19/2026 for a weeks-long contract on a 3x12 night schedule in a hospital setting. Weekly pay range is $2,122–$2,203 per week, with no guaranteed hours. This Med/Surg unit serves adult and geriatric patients with a typical 5:1 patient-to-nurse ratio and requires weekend coverage.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,122–$2,203 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: Weeks
- Shift: 3x12 Nights
- Start date: 10/19/2026
- Weekend coverage required

Responsibilities
- Provide direct bedside nursing care for adult and geriatric Med/Surg patients on a ~20-bed unit, with a typical 5:1 nurse-to-patient ratio across days, nights, and weekends.
- Administer medications and IV therapy, manage PICC/central line care and blood draws, plus blood product administration and insulin/heparin administration.
- Perform wound care (including Wound VAC), ostomy care, feeding tube care, and maintain infection precautions; monitor and document patient status per policy.
- Monitor vitals and changes in condition; communicate with the care team; participate in care planning, discharge planning, and patient education.
- May float to other units within scope of practice as needed; adhere to unit policies and safety protocols.

Requirements
- Active New York RN license required at submission; submit Nursys verification and current certifications prior to start.
- Minimum 2 years of acute hospital nursing experience; prior travel experience; professional references required.
- SSN and DOB required for compliance.
- EKG exam via Relias within 72 hours of signing; initial pass ≥85% with rhythm identification; retest allowed per policy.
- Healthstream modules must be completed by 7 a.m. on the Wednesday prior to start (exceptions noted in policy).
- Weekend coverage required; must be willing to float within skillset as directed by the manager.
- Local residency restrictions: primary residence within 50 miles of the DL address not accepted; county exclusions include Warren, Washington, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Albany, Columbia, Greene, Dutchess, Ulster.
- COVID-19 vaccine not required.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment management and support throughout the contract
- Onboarding and credentialing assistance
- Compliance guidance and documentation support
- Clear start-date coordination and ongoing clinical support throughout the assignment

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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.