Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical Telemetry

Location

Plattsburgh, NY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

12-hour night shifts. Must work every other weekend and two out of three holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas/Christmas Eve, New Year's Day/Eve).

Job Description

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a Medical/Surgical Telemetry unit. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment, managing ED hold patients, and collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop patient care plans.
• Administer medications and manage IV therapies.
• Monitor vital signs and perform bladder scans.
• Assist with blood draws and central line care.
• Provide education and support to patients and families.
• Collaborate with other healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required prior to starting.
• Current BLS certification required; CMSRN preferred.
• New York State RN license or proof of application with applied date required.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!