Travel Neurology RN - $2,433 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Neurology for a travel nursing position in Albany, New York. The role is for a Medical/Surgical (MedSurg) RN with a start date of November 9, 2026, lasting 13 weeks, 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts. Employment type is travel. TotalMed RN is a Top Ten travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency that places nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians nationwide, focusing on high‑quality staffing to improve patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and prioritize data collection based on immediate conditions or needs.
• Perform ongoing assessments and provide appropriate treatments as ordered by a physician.
• Document patient findings and provide education and support to patients’ families.
• Provide bedside care for a variety of patients, including pre‑ and post‑operative patients.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications; report any adverse reactions.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Prepare equipment and assist the physician during examinations and treatments.
• Educate patients on surgical procedures.
• Participate in discharge planning and initiate patient education plans as prescribed by the physician.
• Stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty.
• Lift up to 20 pounds routinely; moving or lifting patients may require up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment treating patients who may be confused, agitated, or uncooperative.

Requirements

• Current BLS certification.
• At least 2 years of recent acute care experience.
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning the assignment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Continuing education
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits effective day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

Shift: 12‑hour days; 36 hours per week; start date November 9, 2026; assignment duration 13 weeks.