<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 variable-shift role at an acute care facility using Epic. The position carries an estimated weekly gross of $2,360 — structured as a competitive taxable hourly rate plus a substantial non-taxed stipend — and closes with a $500 completion bonus. Candidates who thrive in flexible, fast-paced environments and are open to charge nurse responsibilities will find this a strong short-term engagement in one of upstate New York's most livable mid-size cities.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Estimated weekly pay of $2,360 — comprised of $35/hr taxable base plus $1,100/week non-taxed housing and meals stipend</li> <li>$500 completion bonus paid at the end of the 16-week assignment</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends; access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance support plus 24/7 recruiter support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty focus: Med-Surg / Telemetry — acute inpatient care with continuous cardiac monitoring</li> <li>16-week assignment duration with variable shift scheduling; flexibility across days, evenings, and nights is required</li> <li>Charting and documentation conducted entirely in Epic</li> <li>Float capability to other units may be required based on facility census and staffing needs</li> <li>Charge nurse responsibilities are within scope; training is provided for candidates who need it</li> <li>Block scheduling may be accommodated but is not guaranteed — scheduling is driven by facility need</li> <li>Travel requirement: candidate must reside 50 or more miles from the facility to qualify for the non-taxed stipend structure</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Minimum 1 year of recent, acute-care Med-Surg / Telemetry experience required; 2 or more 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 required prior to start</li> <li>AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li> <li>NIH Stroke Scale certification required</li> <li>Must be willing to float to other units and assume charge nurse duties as directed</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 metro of roughly one million people known for its strong arts scene, world-class museums including the George Eastman Museum, and proximity to the Finger Lakes wine country and state parks. The cost of living is well below that of New York City while still offering a full urban amenity set: professional sports, a vibrant restaurant culture, and highly regarded public and private school systems. For travel nurses seeking a culturally rich, four-season destination with easy access to outdoor recreation and a welcoming mid-size city feel, Rochester is a compelling assignment location.</p>