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

7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

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 is designed to deliver 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 NIH Stroke Scale.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry rhythms and respond to changes in real time.
• Ensure compliance with stroke core measures including dysphagia screening, education, and care plans.
• Administer medications using BCMA standards with a focus on safety and accuracy.
• Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team consisting of 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.

Required Experience

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in New York is required. Experience in stroke care and telemetry is preferred.

Certifications/Licensure

• ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
• NIHSS certification is required.
• Ability to read basic rhythm strips is required.

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.