<p>A 13-week travel contract is open for an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse in Elmira, New York. This night-shift position offers a strong weekly gross pay package in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency environment where critical thinking and rapid clinical decision-making are the daily standard. With a defined 1:5 patient ratio and a structured contract length, this assignment delivers both clinical challenge and schedule predictability for the right travel RN.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>$2,496 gross weekly pay package</li> <li>13-week travel contract with defined start and end dates</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package included with assignment</li> <li>Personalized onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition into the role</li> <li>Dedicated recruiter advocacy with consistent communication throughout the contract</li> <li>Professional growth resources and support for work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (12.5-hour shifts)</li> <li>Emergency department setting with high patient volume and broad acuity spectrum</li> <li>Patient assignment ratio of 1:5</li> <li>Fast-paced, high-pressure clinical environment requiring strong multitasking and triage capability</li> <li>Flexibility expected for shift changes and additional on-call hours as operational needs arise</li> <li>Collaborative team structure emphasizing communication and interdisciplinary coordination</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active, valid New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of emergency department nursing experience required</li> <li>Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li> <li>Advanced certifications — ACLS or PALS — preferred but not required</li> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage a 1:5 patient ratio in a high-volume ED environment</li> <li>Night shift availability required; flexibility for schedule adjustments expected</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Elmira is a small city in the Southern Tier of New York State, situated along the Chemung River with easy access to the Finger Lakes region — one of the most scenic and recreationally rich areas in the Northeast. The area offers affordable cost of living, a welcoming community feel, and proximity to outdoor amenities including hiking, wine trails, and lake recreation, making it an appealing base for travel clinicians who want to explore upstate New York during their assignment.</p>