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ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Stroke Telemetry Unit (Night Shift) in Elmira, New York.
Location
Elmira, NY
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
This position requires working the Night Shift from 07:00 PM to 07:00 AM.
Job Description
The 3B/3C Stroke Telemetry Unit is a high-acuity, fast-paced medical-surgical environment specializing in the care of acute stroke and complex telemetry patients. This 34-bed unit delivers evidence-based, protocol-driven care with a strong focus on patient safety, rapid intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document frequent neurological assessments, including the NIH Stroke Scale.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms, responding to changes in real time.
- Ensure compliance with stroke core measures such as dysphagia screening, education, and care plans.
- Administer medications following BCMA standards with a focus on safety and accuracy.
- Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary 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 patient safety.
Qualifications, Experience, Certifications, and Licensure
- Current RN license in the state of New York.
- ACLS and BLS certifications required.
- NIH Stroke Scale knowledge and ability to read basic rhythm strips prior to arriving at the facility.
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.