<p>A Float Pool RN opportunity in Ithaca, NY is open for an experienced, adaptable nurse ready to deliver high-acuity care across ICU, Med/Surg/Telemetry, and Emergency Department units. This is a night-shift travel or contract assignment offering $2,568 per week — a strong compensation rate for a clinician who thrives on clinical variety and can move fluidly between critical care and acute care environments. The role demands genuine cross-unit versatility and rewards nurses who bring both ICU-level critical thinking and ED triage capability to every shift.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Gross weekly pay of $2,568</li> <li>Competitive pay structure reflective of multi-unit float pool acuity</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package included with assignment</li> <li>Personalized onboarding support to ensure a smooth unit transition</li> <li>Dedicated advocate providing consistent communication and resource support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Float coverage across three distinct service lines: ICU, Med/Surg/Telemetry, and Emergency Department</li> <li>Night shift schedule: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM (12.5-hour shifts)</li> <li>Every-other-weekend and rotating holiday shift requirement</li> <li>EMR platform: Epic — proficiency required from day one</li> <li>High-acuity patient population spanning critical care, telemetry monitoring, and emergency triage</li> <li>Fast-paced, multi-unit environment requiring rapid adaptation to changing clinical priorities</li> <li>Charge Nurse experience valued and applicable to float leadership responsibilities</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active RN license in the state of New York (required)</li> <li>AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of ICU experience, OR 2 years of ED experience with demonstrated triage skills</li> <li>Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg/Telemetry experience</li> <li>Proficiency in Epic EMR required</li> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred</li> <li>ACLS or PALS certification preferred; prior charge nurse or emergency triage experience a plus</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high-pressure situations and shift clinical focus across units with minimal ramp-up time</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ithaca sits at the southern tip of Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York — consistently ranked among the most livable small cities in the Northeast. Home to Cornell University and Ithaca College, the city offers a vibrant arts and dining scene, exceptional public schools, and year-round outdoor recreation including gorge hiking, waterfalls, lake sailing, and skiing within an hour's drive. The cost of living is moderate relative to downstate New York, and the region's natural beauty and intellectual energy make it a compelling destination for clinicians seeking quality of life alongside meaningful clinical work.</p>