First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Skilled Nursing for a travel nursing job in Montour Falls, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Skilled Nursing
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Profile: Registered Nurse – SNF Team Lead
Order ID: CCA-69796
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (10/11/2026 – 01/09/2027)
Shift Matrix:Evening Shift | 15:00 – 23:30 (5x8-Hour Shifts)
Absolute Minimum Qualifications & Departmental Hardstops:
- Licensure Mandate: Active, unencumbered New York State (NYS) RN License held in hand at submission.
- Core Certification Required: Active AHA BLS certification.
- Role Versatility Mandate: Candidate must agree to drop down to cover an LPN Medication Cart position when operational staffing permits/requires.
- Physical & Clinical Capabilities: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended durations, and operate facility-specific medical equipment.
- Leadership Experience Baseline: Prior RN Team Lead, Charge Nurse, or Supervisory experience within long-term care / skilled nursing facilities.
Job Summary & Clinical Scope
A Nursing Facility in Montour Falls, NY is seeking an experienced, flexible Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse Team Lead (RN SNF) for a 13-week evening contract in SNF 3 (Department 3005). Acting as the primary clinical shift lead, the RN will direct nursing workflows across a 40-resident unit, supervise interdisciplinary floor staff, advocate for resident safety, and manage acute medical status changes.
- Clinical Team Leadership & Delegation: Oversee evening shift operations for a 40-resident unit, coordinating care alongside 2 LPNs and 3–4 CNAs under the direction of the RN Unit Manager.
- Resident Assessment & Status Changes: Conduct comprehensive assessments, monitor chronic/acute conditions, record physiological changes, and report urgent clinical deviations to attending physicians and family members.
- Medication Administration & Cart Coverage: Administer prescribed medications and treatments; step into direct medication cart coverage (LPN role execution) as needed to support unit staffing balances.
- Interdisciplinary EMR Documentation: Document daily progress notes, incident reports, and care plan updates thoroughly within the electronic health record system while ensuring compliance with NYS Department of Health SNF regulations.
Department & Facility Details
- Department Setting: SNF Unit 3 (Cost Center: 3005).
- Facility Footprint: 3-unit, 120-bed total facility (40 residents max per unit with dedicated RN Unit Manager).
- Shift Staffing Ratio: 1 RN Team Lead : 2 LPNs : 3–4 CNAs (per 40 residents).
Order ID: CCA-69796 Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (10/11/2026 – 01/09/2027) Shift Matrix: Evening Shift | 15:00 – 23:30 (5x8-Hour Shifts)
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