Med/Surg | RN

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Prep & Recovery Unit | Travel Nurse in Ithaca, NY (Finger Lakes)

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Nurse – Prep & Recovery Unit in Ithaca, NY. 8-week travel nursing contract (Feb 2–Mar 30, 2026), day 12-hour shifts, estimated weekly pay $2,070–$2,180. Join a dynamic perioperative team delivering PACU and pre/post-op care in the scenic Finger Lakes region and explore top New York nursing jobs in a busy college town.

Job Details

• Location: Ithaca, NY 14850 — travel nursing job in the Finger Lakes / New York nursing jobs
• Setting: Prep & Recovery Unit / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract (Travel Nurse / Perioperative RN)
• Start Date: February 2, 2026
• End Date: March 30, 2026
• Contract Duration: 8 weeks
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,070 - $2,180
• Hours per Week: 36 (Guaranteed)
• Shift: Day shifts — 12-hour shifts (5:00 AM start to 9:30 PM end); flexible scheduling option for 4x10s
• On Call: Required (includes 1 weekend day call per 6-week rotation and weekday call)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State
• Minimum 1 year recent Med/Surg or PACU nursing experience (perioperative / post-anesthesia care experience preferred)
• Preoperative nursing experience preferred; perioperative certification a plus
• Experience with peripheral nerve blocks preferred
• Experience caring for pediatric patients (age 6 months and older) preferred
• BLS certification required (ACLS preferred / beneficial for some cases)
• Ability to safely manage a 1:2 patient ratio, including simultaneous Phase I and Phase II recovery
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills in fast-paced surgical settings
• Familiarity with ASPAN guidelines and PACU best practices

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preoperative and postoperative nursing care for pediatric and adult patients in the Prep & Recovery Unit / PACU
• Manage recovery for elective, add-on, urgent, and emergent surgical cases across specialties (orthopedic, general, ENT, neuro, plastics, urology, GYN)
• Perform Phase I and Phase II recovery, clinical assessments, pain management, and safe discharge teaching
• Care for MAC cases, recover ICU and endoscopy patients as needed, and assist with local procedures (thoracentesis, paracentesis, minor ortho)
• Support pediatric post-anesthesia care for patients 6 months and older when applicable
• Maintain compliance with ASPAN recommendations, facility policies, and safety protocols
• Participate in on-call rotation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• No floating to other surgery centers required

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Ithaca, NY — explore rewarding Med/Surg RN travel nursing jobs and New York nursing opportunities. Submit your application today to be considered for this PACU / Prep & Recovery travel contract.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.