Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,439 per week
First Connect Health — Ithaca, NY
$2,439/wk
Apply now- Specialty
- Med-Surg
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 12/07/2026
Job description
First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/07/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Med-Surg / Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN)
New York | Cayuga Medical Center
13 Weeks | 36 Hrs/Week | Travel Contract
- Start Date: November 8, 2026
- End Date: February 6, 2027
- Shift: Nights, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
- Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts
- Experience: 3+ years required
Job Description
Seeking an experienced Med-Surg/Telemetry RN to provide bedside patient care on a 32-bed medical-surgical/telemetry unit. The unit has an average daily census of 17–22 patients and maintains a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio (1:6 during staffing shortages).
Nurses receive support from nursing assistants and a lightly assigned Charge Nurse with a 1:2 patient ratio.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of RN experience.
- Previous Med-Surg/Telemetry experience.
- Epic experience required.
- Strong bedside patient care skills.
- Ability to work every other weekend and holiday.
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About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus