<p>A 13-week travel contract is open for a Registered Nurse on the Telemetry unit at a hospital in Elmira, New York. The unit is a 22-bed floor managing a genuinely diverse acuity mix — cardiac, respiratory, surgical, and mental health patients — making this an ideal assignment for an RN who wants breadth of experience alongside focused telemetry practice. Day-shift scheduling (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM) and a gross weekly rate of $2,532 round out a competitive travel package in a mid-sized upstate New York market.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Gross weekly pay of $2,532</li> <li>13-week contract with defined start and end dates</li> <li>Competitive benefits package included with assignment</li> <li>Personalized onboarding support to facilitate a smooth transition into the unit</li> <li>Dedicated recruiter advocacy with consistent communication throughout the contract</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>22-bed Telemetry unit with a mixed patient population: cardiac, respiratory, post-surgical, and mental health</li> <li>Day shift only: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (12.5-hour shifts)</li> <li>Continuous cardiac monitoring and telemetry equipment in active use across the unit</li> <li>Fast-paced clinical environment requiring strong assessment skills and adaptability</li> <li>Hospital-based setting with prior cardiac and surgical unit experience directly applicable</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York required</li> <li>Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience; Med/Surg or Telemetry background preferred</li> <li>Proficiency in cardiac monitoring and telemetry equipment operation</li> <li>AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required prior to start</li> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher degree preferred; not strictly required</li> <li>Experience in respiratory or surgical nursing and familiarity with mental health care practices are advantageous</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Elmira sits in the Southern Tier of New York State, nestled in the Chemung River Valley near the Pennsylvania border. The area offers a low cost of living relative to most New York markets, easy access to the Finger Lakes wine region and state parks, and a genuine small-city character with a tight-knit community feel. For travel nurses seeking a manageable commute, affordable housing, and outdoor recreation — hiking, fishing, and lake access — within a short drive, Elmira delivers a strong quality-of-life backdrop for a 13-week assignment.</p>