Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
Rochester, NY
Contracted
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal Med Surg nursing role as a Registered Nurse in Rochester, New York, where every shift offers the chance to make a tangible difference in patients’ lives. This travel assignment puts you at the center of a dynamic medical-surgical team, where your clinical expertise, compassion, and proactive approach uplift patient outcomes across diverse cases. Begin February 16, 2026, and bring your resilience and skill to a setting that rewards initiative, collaboration, and continuous learning. As you embark on this journey, envision the impact you’ll have on patients and families, while exploring the rich fabric of upstate New York. From the scenic shores of Lake Ontario to the vibrant fall foliage that neighbors the Finger Lakes, New York state offers a mosaic of beauty, culture, and outdoor adventures that can complement your professional journey with memorable experiences and personal renewal.
Rochester is a thriving healthcare hub featuring a robust ecosystem of academic and community hospitals, patient-centered programs, and opportunities to partner with seasoned professionals across specialties. Working here means joining teams that emphasize evidence-based practice, compassionate care, and professional growth. There’s also the chance to broaden your horizons by working across various locations in the U.S., gaining exposure to different patient populations, hospital cultures, and clinical protocols. The Rochester region itself blends university-town energy with welcoming neighborhoods, cultural events, diverse dining, and outdoor recreation along the Genesee River and neighboring parks. This is a setting where you can grow your clinical repertoire while enjoying a high quality of life, a reasonable cost of living, and access to top-tier educational and professional development resources.
In this Registered Nurse Med Surg role, you’ll deliver direct patient care across medical and surgical units, with responsibilities that span assessments, individualized care planning, symptom management, and timely care coordination. You’ll monitor vitals, administer medications, perform essential procedures, and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and social workers to optimize discharge planning and post-acute care. Your expertise will support patients recovering from a range of conditions, including post-operative recovery, chronic disease management, and acute medical presentations. You’ll lead with patient education, ensuring families understand treatment plans, medications, and warning signs, while advocating for patient safety, comfort, and dignity. This role provides fertile ground for professional growth—from refining critical thinking and rapid decision-making to strengthening leadership capabilities within a multidisciplinary team. The position also offers pathways to expand your scope through continuing education, specialty certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
Your rewards go beyond meaningful patient care. You’ll have access to competitive compensation, with weekly pay ranging from $2,046 to $2,252, reflecting your expertise and the demand for skilled Med Surg nurses. A bonus option acknowledges your commitment and contribution to the team, while housing assistance helps ease transition logistics as you begin new assignments. Extension opportunities allow you to lengthen your contract if you wish to deepen your experience in a given setting, or to explore new locations and clinical experiences through extended rotations. Comprehensive support is available around the clock, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated traveler support team that helps troubleshoot shift changes, travel logistics, housing concerns, and clinical questions, so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. Expect comprehensive onboarding, orientation tailored to your unit, and ongoing professional development opportunities that align with your career goals and the evolving landscape of medical-surgical nursing.
The company you’ll join is grounded in empowering nursing staff to advance their careers while maintaining a supportive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture. You’ll find a commitment to resident education, leadership development, and structured mentoring that helps nurses achieve their professional aspirations. Whether you’re pursuing advanced certifications, leadership roles, or specialized practice in med-surg pathways, you’ll discover a climate that values initiative, patient advocacy, and continuous improvement. The organization believes in work–life balance, transparent communication, and recognizing the vital role every nurse plays in delivering high-quality patient outcomes. Here, your contributions are acknowledged, your growth is championed, and your voice can influence practices that shape patient care across the continuum.
Are you ready to embark on an exciting travel nursing adventure that blends professional growth with vibrant experiences in upstate New York and across the nation? If you’re driven to elevate patient care, eager to learn from diverse teams, and excited to explore new communities while advancing your nursing career, apply now. Join a company that prioritizes your development, well-being, and success, and take the next step in becoming a leader in medical-surgical nursing. Your impact starts here—apply today and begin a journey that honors your dedication and expands your horizons.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Rochester is a thriving healthcare hub featuring a robust ecosystem of academic and community hospitals, patient-centered programs, and opportunities to partner with seasoned professionals across specialties. Working here means joining teams that emphasize evidence-based practice, compassionate care, and professional growth. There’s also the chance to broaden your horizons by working across various locations in the U.S., gaining exposure to different patient populations, hospital cultures, and clinical protocols. The Rochester region itself blends university-town energy with welcoming neighborhoods, cultural events, diverse dining, and outdoor recreation along the Genesee River and neighboring parks. This is a setting where you can grow your clinical repertoire while enjoying a high quality of life, a reasonable cost of living, and access to top-tier educational and professional development resources.
In this Registered Nurse Med Surg role, you’ll deliver direct patient care across medical and surgical units, with responsibilities that span assessments, individualized care planning, symptom management, and timely care coordination. You’ll monitor vitals, administer medications, perform essential procedures, and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and social workers to optimize discharge planning and post-acute care. Your expertise will support patients recovering from a range of conditions, including post-operative recovery, chronic disease management, and acute medical presentations. You’ll lead with patient education, ensuring families understand treatment plans, medications, and warning signs, while advocating for patient safety, comfort, and dignity. This role provides fertile ground for professional growth—from refining critical thinking and rapid decision-making to strengthening leadership capabilities within a multidisciplinary team. The position also offers pathways to expand your scope through continuing education, specialty certifications, and mentorship opportunities.
Your rewards go beyond meaningful patient care. You’ll have access to competitive compensation, with weekly pay ranging from $2,046 to $2,252, reflecting your expertise and the demand for skilled Med Surg nurses. A bonus option acknowledges your commitment and contribution to the team, while housing assistance helps ease transition logistics as you begin new assignments. Extension opportunities allow you to lengthen your contract if you wish to deepen your experience in a given setting, or to explore new locations and clinical experiences through extended rotations. Comprehensive support is available around the clock, including 24/7 assistance from a dedicated traveler support team that helps troubleshoot shift changes, travel logistics, housing concerns, and clinical questions, so you can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. Expect comprehensive onboarding, orientation tailored to your unit, and ongoing professional development opportunities that align with your career goals and the evolving landscape of medical-surgical nursing.
The company you’ll join is grounded in empowering nursing staff to advance their careers while maintaining a supportive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture. You’ll find a commitment to resident education, leadership development, and structured mentoring that helps nurses achieve their professional aspirations. Whether you’re pursuing advanced certifications, leadership roles, or specialized practice in med-surg pathways, you’ll discover a climate that values initiative, patient advocacy, and continuous improvement. The organization believes in work–life balance, transparent communication, and recognizing the vital role every nurse plays in delivering high-quality patient outcomes. Here, your contributions are acknowledged, your growth is championed, and your voice can influence practices that shape patient care across the continuum.
Are you ready to embark on an exciting travel nursing adventure that blends professional growth with vibrant experiences in upstate New York and across the nation? If you’re driven to elevate patient care, eager to learn from diverse teams, and excited to explore new communities while advancing your nursing career, apply now. Join a company that prioritizes your development, well-being, and success, and take the next step in becoming a leader in medical-surgical nursing. Your impact starts here—apply today and begin a journey that honors your dedication and expands your horizons.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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