Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Contract
Job Summary
This is a 13-week travel contract opportunity for a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) in Rochester, New York. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care within an acute care setting, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic healthcare team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This position offers an excellent opportunity to expand your clinical experience in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, and health history.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
- Monitor and document patient progress, vital signs, and responses to interventions.
- Educate patients and their families on health conditions, medications, and self-care techniques.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, other nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records (EHR) documentation.
- Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in patient assessment and critical thinking.
- Strong clinical skills, including IV insertion, medication administration, and wound care.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple patients and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Competency in using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: AM (Day Shift)
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Days per Week: 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: September 14, 2026
- End Date: January 9, 2027
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.