Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg, Utica, NY. Travel assignment starting 08/24/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay range $2,130–$2,318 per week with guaranteed 36 hours. Shift: 2x3 Days. You’ll work on a Med/Surg Stroke Stepdown unit in a hospital setting, caring for adult patients with stroke and related medical conditions.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,130–$2,318 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 Days
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Unit: MS Stroke Stepdown, 64-bed unit in a hospital
- Floating required: Yes
- Travel assignment with dedicated support and potential extension
- Housing assistance available; fast credentialing

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for adults on the MS Stroke Stepdown unit, including monitoring neuro status and vital signs
- Administer medications, manage IV pumps, and support N/G or feeding tubes as needed
- Perform NIHSS assessments; recognize and respond to changes in patient condition per protocol
- Collaborate with physicians, case management, and therapy teams; document in the electronic medical record
- Assist with activities of daily living and discharge planning; educate patients and families on stroke care and recovery
- Maintain safety, infection control, and equipment checks; participate in cross-coverage across the unit as required

Requirements
- Current New York RN license
- 2+ years of Med/Surg experience with stroke stepdown
- Travel experience required
- Certifications: current AHA BLS; NIHSS (NIHSS is required for this unit and may be obtained prior to start)
- Driver’s license with address that matches demographics
- Ability to work in a hospital Med/Surg stroke stepdown setting and float to related areas as needed

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

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

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