RN, MedSurg/Tele

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Stroke Telemetry (Day Shift) in Elmira, New York.

Location

Elmira, NY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Day Shift: 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Job Description

The 3B/3C Stroke Telemetry Unit is a high-acuity medical-surgical environment specializing in the care of acute stroke and complex telemetry patients. This 34-bed unit focuses on providing evidence-based, protocol-driven care with a strong emphasis on patient safety, rapid intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including NIH Stroke Scale.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, responding to changes in real-time.
• Ensure compliance with stroke core measures, including dysphagia screening, patient education, and care plans.
• Administer medications following BCMA standards, emphasizing safety and accuracy.
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team including providers, therapy, and case management.
• Manage admissions, discharges, and patient flow in a high-turnover environment.
• Maintain a constant focus on falls prevention, skin integrity, and overall patient safety.

Required Experience

ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications are required. Ability to read basic rhythm strips is essential prior to arrival.

Certifications/Licensure

• Current RN license.
• ACLS certification.
• BLS certification.
• NIHSS certification.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements - we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.