Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,198 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a 13‑week travel assignment in Nyack, New York, starting October 12, 2026. The role involves delivering comprehensive medical‑surgical and telemetry patient care, with opportunities to make a positive impact while receiving competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support from a dedicated clinical team. Fusion Medical Staffing’s mission is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, offering day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more, guided by a personal recruiter and clinical/traveler experience teams.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures and treatments to patients and families, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in adherence to nursing standards
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the care team
• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, assist physicians during treatments, and monitor patient responses
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from medical conditions or surgical procedures
• Document comprehensive patient information, including vital signs, medications, treatments, and care outcomes, in the medical record
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, physical therapists, and social workers, to create and implement individualized care plans
• Manage multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical needs
• Ensure infection control practices are strictly followed, including hand hygiene and PPE use
• Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences, ensuring they are respected and integrated into the care plan
• Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating with patients, families, and external resources to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• One year of recent Med Surg RN experience
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification

Preferred:

• NIHSS certification
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language