Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg (Travel) in Rochester, NY. Start date: 08/03/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Shift: 12-hour shifts with a rotating D/E/N schedule. Weekly pay range: $2,047.00 to $2,233.00. This unit focuses on orthopedic trauma, spinal surgery, and other elective orthopedic diagnoses, with a department committed to education and ongoing professional development. You’ll work as part of an energetic, collaborative team and provide patient care across the orthopedic/trauma spectrum. The unit may require weekends, holidays, on-call, and callback based on unit needs. Experience in telemetry and strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Key Highlights
- Start date: 08/03/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour shifts
- Weekly pay: $2,047.00 – $2,233.00
- Unit focus: Orthopedic trauma, spine surgery, and other elective orthopedics
- Schedule requirements: D/E/N rotating; weekends/holidays and on-call/callback as needed
- Setting: Hospital-based Med/Surg unit with opportunities for education and growth
- Experience emphasis: Orthopedic RN experience and telemetry proficiency

Responsibilities
- Provide direct bedside nursing care to adult Med/Surg patients, with emphasis on orthopedic trauma and spine surgery cases
- Monitor and interpret telemetry data, respond to arrhythmias, and coordinate with the care team on treatment plans
- Administer medications and manage IV therapies, pain control, wound care, and postoperative care per physician orders
- Assist with perioperative care, pre/postoperative assessments, and early mobilization plans
- Collaborate with physical therapy, case management, and ancillary staff to coordinate discharge planning and ensure safe transitions
- Document accurately in the electronic medical record, including assessments, interventions, and patient education
- Demonstrate effective communication, problem-solving, and teamwork in a fast-paced, trauma-informed environment
- Be flexible with staffing needs, including potential on-call or float duties to other units as required

Requirements
- Licensure: Current New York RN license
- Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association) required; ACLS (American Heart Association) required
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of RN experience; orthopedic experience required
- Specialty experience: Orthopedic trauma and spine surgery experience strongly preferred
- Unit competency: Telemetry experience required
- Other: Ability to function effectively in a rotating D/E/N schedule and in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment; strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work as part of a team
- Education: RN degree from an accredited nursing program

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Nationwide travel opportunities
- Extension opportunities
- Fast credentialing processes

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Ongoing contract, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Rotating shift

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