Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Ithaca
Posted on: March 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse Assignment | Trumansburg (Ithaca), NY/n /n Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel opportunity in Trumansburg near Ithaca, NY (zip 14850). Join a leading addiction recovery center in the Finger Lakes region to provide compassionate med-surg and behavioral health nursing care for adults in recovery in the scenic Finger Lakes region./n /n/nJob Details/n /n - Location: Trumansburg, NY (near Ithaca, 14850) — Ithaca NY nursing jobs / Finger Lakes/n - Assignment Type: Travel Nurse (Travel RN assignment)/n - Unit: Med-Surg at a leading addiction recovery center – Men's Residence (behavioral health / addiction recovery)/n - Start Date: March 30, 2026/n - End Date: June 29, 2026/n - Duration: 13 weeks/n - Shifts: Variable (Days / Nights / Weekends), 5 x 8-hour shifts per week/n - Hours per Week: 40 (guaranteed)/n - Number of Positions: 3/n - Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,120 - $2,230/n /n/nMed-Surg RN Requirements/n /n - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State/n - Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg nursing experience; behavioral health or addiction recovery experience a plus/n - Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited school required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred/n - BLS certification required (AHA preferred)/n - CPI certification or willingness to complete within 3 months of hire/n - Successful completion of medication competency exam (medication administration experience required)/n /n/nResponsibilities (Med-Surg / Behavioral Health)/n /n - Maintain 24-hour accountability for quality of care for clients as a Med-Surg Registered Nurse/n - Conduct physical and mental health assessments, including vital signs, risk assessments, and withdrawal assessments/n - Administer and monitor treatment regimens and prescribed medications; ensure medication safety and control of drugs/n - Observe, document, and report behavioral changes and clinical findings to the interdisciplinary healthcare team/n - Triage emergent medical issues and coordinate appropriate care with providers and emergency services/n - Document all care accurately and in a timely manner following regulatory standards/n - Provide clinical supervision and direction to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and other clinical staff/n - Respect cultural and religious practices of patients and promote a patient-centered, recovery-focused environment/n - Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities to ensure regulatory compliance/n - Perform other position-related duties as assigned/n /n/n /n Experience the rewarding challenge of supporting individuals in recovery while enjoying the Ithaca area’s scenic parks, vibrant arts scene, and lively downtown. This travel RN assignment offers a unique opportunity to grow your Med-Surg and behavioral health nursing skills in New York State./n /n/n Apply now to join our healthcare team today — bring your Med-Surg RN experience to a leading addiction recovery center in the Finger Lakes region and make a meaningful impact in the community. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 465624. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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