Travel Registered Nurse RN Medical Surgical

📍 Location & Practice Overview

• Base location: New York City, NY
• Department: Medical-Surgical
• Practice type: Travel Nursing Assignment
• Care setting: Acute Care Hospital
• Patient population: Adult patients with multiple medical diagnoses

✅ Qualifications for This Assignment

⏱ Assignment Schedule & Expectations

• Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts per week (days or nights)
• Contract duration: 13 weeks with option to extend
• Patient assignments: Med-Surg unit ratios typical for NYC hospitals
• Shift flexibility: Based on facility needs
• Orientation: Facility-specific onboarding provided

💰 Pay Package & Support

• Competitive weekly pay scaled to NYC market rates
• Tax-free housing and meal stipends available
• Travel reimbursement
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match after eligibility
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program for personal support

🏥 Clinical Focus & Patient Care

Medical-Surgical nurses at this assignment provide direct care to adult patients across multiple specialties. You will manage patients with a wide variety of diagnoses including post-surgical recovery, chronic conditions, and acute medical issues. The role involves comprehensive assessments, medication administration, patient education, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced urban hospital environment.

• Common conditions: Respiratory, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and post-operative care
• Care complexity: Multi-diagnosis patients requiring close monitoring
• Emphasis on discharge planning and patient education

👩‍⚕️ Team Structure & Collaboration

In a busy New York City hospital setting, Med-Surg travel nurses work closely with attending physicians, specialists, case managers, and support staff. The environment encourages strong communication and teamwork to ensure safe, effective care transitions for patients.

• Multidisciplinary rounds and collaboration
• Access to charge nurses and unit leadership
• Support from ancillary services including PT/OT and pharmacy

📄 Getting Started: Onboarding & Credentials

• New York license assistance available if needed
• Streamlined credentialing process through OneStaff
• Quick start dates for qualified candidates
• Pre-employment health and background requirements standard

🌆 Living and Working in New York City

New York City offers an unmatched energy with world-class transit, diverse neighborhoods, and endless cultural experiences. For travel nurses, the city provides convenient subway access to major hospital campuses, a wide variety of temporary housing options from Manhattan to outer boroughs, and vibrant communities that make time off rewarding. While the cost of living is higher, stipends help offset expenses and the professional opportunities in one of the nation's largest healthcare markets are significant.

• Excellent public transportation network
• Diverse food, arts, and recreation options
• Strong demand for experienced Med-Surg nurses

❓ Common Questions About This Role

Travel Registered Nurse RN Medical Surgical – New York City, NY

This Med-Surg travel nursing opportunity with OneStaff Medical places you in a dynamic hospital environment in New York City. As a Medical-Surgical nurse, you will deliver direct care to adult patients managing multiple diagnoses across various specialties. The role suits experienced RNs seeking flexibility, competitive pay, and the chance to work in one of the country's busiest healthcare markets. OneStaff Medical handles much of the administrative work so you can focus on providing quality patient care during your assignment.

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