Job Opportunity – Medical-Surgical Stroke Stepdown RN – New York
Start Date: December 7, 2026
Location: Utica, New York
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM; 64-bed unit; floating required as needed
Highlights:
- Medical-Surgical Stroke Stepdown unit specializing in stroke patients and complex medical conditions
- Common diagnoses include stroke, altered mental status, renal/dialysis, COPD, CHF, pneumonia, and general medical-surgical cases
- Adult patient population with specialty equipment including IV pumps, NG tubes, and feeding tubes
- EPIC EMR system utilized throughout facility
- Opportunity for experienced travel nurses; local candidates welcome
- NIH Stroke Scale certification required or must be obtained prior to start date
Requirements:
- Active New York RN license with verification via Nursys
- Minimum 2+ years of Medical-Surgical experience with stroke stepdown expertise
- Documented travel nursing experience required
- Current AHA BLS and NIHSS certifications (NIH can be obtained prior to start)
- EPIC EMR experience preferred
- Valid driver's license
- Completed skills checklist and up-to-date resume required at submission
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers experienced RNs the chance to work in a high-acuity stroke stepdown environment, caring for a diverse adult patient population with complex neurological and medical conditions. You'll utilize advanced assessment skills while working with a collaborative care team dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes for stroke and critically ill medical-surgical patients.