Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown
Company: First Connect Health
Location: Elmira
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse
RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Elmira, New York. Job
Description & Requirements - Specialty: Stepdown - Discipline: RN -
Duration: 8 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days,
nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Title: Registered Nurse – Step
Down Telemetry Location: Elmira, NY Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
(03/15/2026 – 06/13/2026) Shift: Night Shift (19:00 – 07:30) |
12.5-Hour Shifts Unit: 5D Step Down Tele (6040) Job Summary A
256-bed tertiary medical facility in the Twin Tiers region, is
seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its newly remodeled 5D
unit. This 24-bed unit is uniquely versatile, functioning as a
primary telemetry ward with the capability to manage up to 8
step-down patients at a time. The unit features spacious private
rooms and operates under a Team Nursing model, emphasizing
collaboration and high-acuity care for cardiac and respiratory
patients . Key Responsibilities - Patient Assessment: Conduct
comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, with a focus on hemodynamic
stability and neurological status for stroke/post-surgical
patients. - Cardiac Monitoring: Monitor and interpret continuous
telemetry strips; 5D specializes in cardiac rhythm management for
both medical and post-procedural patients. - Titration & Med Admin:
Safely administer medications and manage titratable infusions
(e.g., cardene, diltiazem) as per step-down protocols. - Care
Planning: Develop and implement goal-directed interdisciplinary
care plans. - Team Nursing: Collaborate within a team structure
where RNs, LPNs, and support staff work collectively to manage
patient cohorts. Requirements & Qualifications - Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of acute care experience in a Telemetry or
Step-down setting. - Licensure: Active New York State (NYS) RN
License. - Certifications: * ACLS (AHA) required. - BLS (AHA)
required. - Physical Demands: Ability to perform frequent pushing,
pulling, and lifting as required for patient mobilization and
equipment transport. Assignment Details & Ratios - Unit Capacity:
24 Telemetry beds (8 Step-down capable). - Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
* Step-down: 1:3 - Standard Telemetry (Days): 1:5 - Standard
Telemetry (Nights): 1:7 - Environment: The unit is known for its
supportive, teamwork-heavy atmosphere. Rooms are private with
en-suite showers, prioritizing patient dignity and infection
control. JOB ID: ARN-31770/n/nRequirements & Qualifications/n/n-
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of acute care experience in a
Telemetry or Step-down setting./n- Licensure: Active New York State
(NYS) RN License./n- Certifications: * ACLS (AHA) required. BLS
(AHA) required./n- Physical Demands: Ability to perform frequent
pushing, pulling, and lifting as required for patient mobilization
and equipment transport. About First Connect Health At First
Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified
healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a
reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in
everything we do. By meeting the rigorous standards set by The
Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in
healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and
patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of
quality in the industry. But our dedication goes beyond
certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: - ?
Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely
updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. -
? Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation
packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. - ?
Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term
assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we
provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. - ? Personalized
Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs,
guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another
number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused
on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits - Medical benefits - Sick pay - 401k retirement plan -
Weekly pay - Referral bonus
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