Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Tele Job
Rochester, NY
Contracted
Unity Hospital - Aya
Mid Level
Introduction
As a Registered Nurse specializing in Med Surg Tele, you will play a pivotal role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care on fast-paced telemetry floors where every decision matters. This Rochester, New York opportunity invites you to apply your clinical expertise to complex medical patients, guiding them through acute needs toward safe recoveries and successful care transitions. In this role, you’ll combine thorough bedside assessment with vigilant telemetry monitoring, coordinating with physicians, unit teammates, and care managers to optimize outcomes. Start date is 02/23/2026, and the assignment is measured in weeks, with weekly pay ranging from $2,527 to $2,577. Guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, reflecting flexible scheduling designed to match patient flow and facility needs. Beyond the clinical impact, this position offers you a pathway to advance within the Med Surg Tele specialty, expanding your telemetry proficiency and care coordination capabilities in dynamic hospital environments.
Rochester is a city where professional fulfillment and natural beauty meet. While you’re delivering top-tier nursing care, you’ll also have the chance to explore upstate New York’s renowned landscapes—glimmering lakes, rolling vineyards, and scenic byways. The Finger Lakes region, with its tranquil waters and world-class wine trails, invites weekend adventures. Lake Ontario’s shoreline offers refreshing escapes, while nearby parks and falls invite quiet moments of reflection after challenging shifts. Rochester itself boasts vibrant cultural offerings, an active arts scene, and diverse dining and recreation—providing a well-rounded backdrop to your professional journey.
Location Benefits
Working in Rochester places you at the heart of a supportive, patient-centered healthcare community with access to top-tier medical facilities and continuous opportunities to grow. The city’s hospitals emphasize quality, safety, and innovation, creating an environment where experienced nurses can lead, teach, and refine best practices. You’ll enjoy the advantages of robust local amenities, affordable living options, and a network of colleagues who value collaboration and shared learning. If you’re drawn to broader experiences, this role also offers the possibility to work in various locations across the United States through our program, exposing you to different patient populations, clinical protocols, and hospital cultures. Whether you stay close to home or venture to new regions, you’ll gain exposure to diverse paths within acute care, telemetry, and med-surg nursing, enriching your resume and expanding your professional horizons. Embrace Rochester’s blend of city accessibility and natural beauty, making it easier to balance demanding shifts with enriching personal experiences.
Role Specifics and Benefits
- Key responsibilities: Provide expert nursing care on a Med Surg Tele unit, including accurate admission, ongoing patient assessments, monitoring telemetry, vital signs interpretation, medication administration, IV management, wound care, and preventive screenings. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans, coordinate safe and timely discharges, and document thoroughly in electronic health records. Execute escalation protocols when patient status changes, participate in rounds with physicians and case managers, and engage families to support understanding of care plans and follow-up needs. Maintain rigorous infection control practices and patient safety standards, while supporting peers through mentorship and shared clinical knowledge.
- Professional growth: This assignment is designed to deepen telemetry proficiency, strengthen critical thinking under acute care pressures, and broaden exposure to complex medical conditions. You’ll have opportunities for skill enhancement, participation in evidence-based practice initiatives, and potential cross-training to adjacent units. Extension opportunities are available based on performance and facility needs, allowing you to continue developing expertise in Med Surg Tele and related specialties.
- Benefits and support: In addition to competitive weekly pay, you may qualify for a bonus tied to performance or program completion, along with housing assistance to ease relocation or temporary housing needs. Our program supports extended assignments, providing flexibility to renew or extend based on mutual agreement and clinical demand. You’ll receive comprehensive, 24/7 support from our traveling team—relationship managers, on-call clinical coordinators, and operational staff who help you navigate hospital systems, housing logistics, and any travel challenges. The combination of financial incentives, housing support, and ongoing coaching reinforces a stable, rewarding experience on the road.
- Work-life and scheduling: While guaranteed hours are 0.0, you’ll be scheduled to align with patient census, unit needs, and your preferences whenever possible, balancing intensity with rest and recovery. The travel configuration provides you with diverse clinical environments, broadening your skill set while maintaining a focus on quality patient care and personal well-being.
- Location and community support: You’ll join a network that values your contributions, with access to continuous education credits and team-based mentoring. Our commitment to a supportive work culture emphasizes career advancement, recognition of nursing expertise, and a collaborative environment where questions are welcomed and growth is encouraged.
Company Values
We are dedicated to empowering nursing professionals by fostering a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and opportunity. Our teams prioritize collaborative care, compassionate patient interactions, and evidence-informed practice. We invest in your career through ongoing education, leadership exposure, and pathways that recognize and reward clinical excellence. A supportive, patient-centered environment is at the core of our mission, designed to help you grow your skill set, achieve professional milestones, and feel confident in every patient interaction.
Call to Action
If you’re a driven RN with Med Surg Tele expertise seeking meaningful impact, professional growth, and a path that honors work-life balance across remarkable locations, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a company that values your clinical leadership, supports your development, and stands beside you every step of the way on your travel nursing journey. Embrace Rochester’s unique blend of opportunity and scenery, and explore the broader possibilities of healthcare careers across the U.S.—all while delivering exceptional patient care.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
As a Registered Nurse specializing in Med Surg Tele, you will play a pivotal role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care on fast-paced telemetry floors where every decision matters. This Rochester, New York opportunity invites you to apply your clinical expertise to complex medical patients, guiding them through acute needs toward safe recoveries and successful care transitions. In this role, you’ll combine thorough bedside assessment with vigilant telemetry monitoring, coordinating with physicians, unit teammates, and care managers to optimize outcomes. Start date is 02/23/2026, and the assignment is measured in weeks, with weekly pay ranging from $2,527 to $2,577. Guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, reflecting flexible scheduling designed to match patient flow and facility needs. Beyond the clinical impact, this position offers you a pathway to advance within the Med Surg Tele specialty, expanding your telemetry proficiency and care coordination capabilities in dynamic hospital environments.
Rochester is a city where professional fulfillment and natural beauty meet. While you’re delivering top-tier nursing care, you’ll also have the chance to explore upstate New York’s renowned landscapes—glimmering lakes, rolling vineyards, and scenic byways. The Finger Lakes region, with its tranquil waters and world-class wine trails, invites weekend adventures. Lake Ontario’s shoreline offers refreshing escapes, while nearby parks and falls invite quiet moments of reflection after challenging shifts. Rochester itself boasts vibrant cultural offerings, an active arts scene, and diverse dining and recreation—providing a well-rounded backdrop to your professional journey.
Location Benefits
Working in Rochester places you at the heart of a supportive, patient-centered healthcare community with access to top-tier medical facilities and continuous opportunities to grow. The city’s hospitals emphasize quality, safety, and innovation, creating an environment where experienced nurses can lead, teach, and refine best practices. You’ll enjoy the advantages of robust local amenities, affordable living options, and a network of colleagues who value collaboration and shared learning. If you’re drawn to broader experiences, this role also offers the possibility to work in various locations across the United States through our program, exposing you to different patient populations, clinical protocols, and hospital cultures. Whether you stay close to home or venture to new regions, you’ll gain exposure to diverse paths within acute care, telemetry, and med-surg nursing, enriching your resume and expanding your professional horizons. Embrace Rochester’s blend of city accessibility and natural beauty, making it easier to balance demanding shifts with enriching personal experiences.
Role Specifics and Benefits
- Key responsibilities: Provide expert nursing care on a Med Surg Tele unit, including accurate admission, ongoing patient assessments, monitoring telemetry, vital signs interpretation, medication administration, IV management, wound care, and preventive screenings. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans, coordinate safe and timely discharges, and document thoroughly in electronic health records. Execute escalation protocols when patient status changes, participate in rounds with physicians and case managers, and engage families to support understanding of care plans and follow-up needs. Maintain rigorous infection control practices and patient safety standards, while supporting peers through mentorship and shared clinical knowledge.
- Professional growth: This assignment is designed to deepen telemetry proficiency, strengthen critical thinking under acute care pressures, and broaden exposure to complex medical conditions. You’ll have opportunities for skill enhancement, participation in evidence-based practice initiatives, and potential cross-training to adjacent units. Extension opportunities are available based on performance and facility needs, allowing you to continue developing expertise in Med Surg Tele and related specialties.
- Benefits and support: In addition to competitive weekly pay, you may qualify for a bonus tied to performance or program completion, along with housing assistance to ease relocation or temporary housing needs. Our program supports extended assignments, providing flexibility to renew or extend based on mutual agreement and clinical demand. You’ll receive comprehensive, 24/7 support from our traveling team—relationship managers, on-call clinical coordinators, and operational staff who help you navigate hospital systems, housing logistics, and any travel challenges. The combination of financial incentives, housing support, and ongoing coaching reinforces a stable, rewarding experience on the road.
- Work-life and scheduling: While guaranteed hours are 0.0, you’ll be scheduled to align with patient census, unit needs, and your preferences whenever possible, balancing intensity with rest and recovery. The travel configuration provides you with diverse clinical environments, broadening your skill set while maintaining a focus on quality patient care and personal well-being.
- Location and community support: You’ll join a network that values your contributions, with access to continuous education credits and team-based mentoring. Our commitment to a supportive work culture emphasizes career advancement, recognition of nursing expertise, and a collaborative environment where questions are welcomed and growth is encouraged.
Company Values
We are dedicated to empowering nursing professionals by fostering a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and opportunity. Our teams prioritize collaborative care, compassionate patient interactions, and evidence-informed practice. We invest in your career through ongoing education, leadership exposure, and pathways that recognize and reward clinical excellence. A supportive, patient-centered environment is at the core of our mission, designed to help you grow your skill set, achieve professional milestones, and feel confident in every patient interaction.
Call to Action
If you’re a driven RN with Med Surg Tele expertise seeking meaningful impact, professional growth, and a path that honors work-life balance across remarkable locations, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a company that values your clinical leadership, supports your development, and stands beside you every step of the way on your travel nursing journey. Embrace Rochester’s unique blend of opportunity and scenery, and explore the broader possibilities of healthcare careers across the U.S.—all while delivering exceptional patient care.
Note: 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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