<p>A 16-week travel RN assignment in Rochester, New York is open for an experienced Med-Surg / Telemetry nurse ready to step into a fast-moving acute care environment. The position carries an estimated weekly gross of $2,360, a variable shift structure, and charting on Epic. Rochester is one of upstate New York's premier healthcare markets, offering strong clinical exposure alongside a genuinely livable mid-sized city.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Estimated weekly gross pay of $2,360 — structured as $35/hr taxable base plus $1,100/week non-taxed stipend</li> <li>$500 completion bonus paid at the end of the 16-week assignment</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends; access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>Referral bonuses and a rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance support team</li> <li>24/7 recruiter support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty focus: Med-Surg / Telemetry in an acute care inpatient setting</li> <li>16-week assignment duration with variable shift scheduling — flexibility with days, evenings, and nights is required</li> <li>Charting and documentation on Epic EMR</li> <li>Willingness to float to other units as facility needs dictate</li> <li>Charge nurse responsibilities are part of the role; training is provided for candidates who need it</li> <li>Block scheduling may be accommodated but is not guaranteed</li> <li>Travel position — candidates must reside 50 or more miles from the facility to qualify</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Minimum 1 year of recent acute care Med-Surg / Telemetry experience required; 2+ years strongly preferred</li> <li>International candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of U.S.-based acute care experience</li> <li>Active New York State RN license (or eligibility to obtain prior to start)</li> <li>AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification — required</li> <li>NIH Stroke Certification — required</li> <li>Flexibility with scheduling and willingness to accept charge nurse responsibilities</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Rochester sits on the southern shore of Lake Ontario in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York — a city known for its strong arts scene, world-class museums, and proximity to some of the Northeast's most scenic wine country and outdoor recreation. The cost of living is well below that of New York City, and the area offers excellent public and private schools, a vibrant restaurant culture, and easy access to hiking, skiing, and lake activities throughout all four seasons. For travel nurses seeking a substantive clinical market paired with genuine quality of life, Rochester consistently delivers on both fronts.</p>