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Medical Surgical Per Diem Nursing Jobs New York for RNs

Top MS Travel Nurse Jobs in New York for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in New York. We currently offer 15 of the best available MS nurse travel jobs in the state. New York MS travel jobs are currently available in cities like Binghamton, Johnson City, New York, Flushing and Bronxville. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare New York MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

What are the benefits of travel nursing? The average wage for an Medical Surgical travel nurse in New York as of Nov 1, 2024 was $58 hourly. Currently, you can find MS jobs in New York with a salary range between $40 to $63 per hour. The city with the highest paying MS job in New York currently is Bronxville with a position for a Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN) at $59 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in New York to find MS travel nursing work in. New York Presbyterian – Westchester in Bronxville, New York Presbyterian – Queens in Flushing, New York Presbyterian – Lower Manhattan Hospital in New York City, New York Presbyterian – Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn and NewYork-Presbyterian – Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City all have MS departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in New York. The earliest start date in New York is Jan 4, 2025 for a Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN) role at $63 per hour. The latest start date for an job in New York is Jan 4, 2025 for a Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN) role at $59 per hour. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Medical Surgical travel nurse job in New York.

New York is a popular place to work for MS travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in New York with Per Diem Medical Surgical Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 15 Medical Surgical jobs in New York and 128 Medical Surgical jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Johnson City, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Medical Surgical positions available in Johnson City.
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Johnson City, New York – 13790
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$56 to $60
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*Local Contract 8-13 Weeks, 36-48 hr GWW
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Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Johnson City, New York – 13790
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$56 to $60
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*Local Contract 8-13 Weeks, 36-48 hr GWW
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Highest Paying Jobs in Binghamton, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Medical Surgical positions available in Binghamton.
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Binghamton, New York – 13903
  • 8 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$59 to $63
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Bronxville, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Medical Surgical positions available in Bronxville.
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Bronxville, New York – 10708
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN’s care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN’s work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*BSN Required  2 years recent experience  required???????*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in New York, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Medical Surgical positions available in New York.
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • New York, New York – 10038
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • New York, New York – 10032
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN’s care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN’s work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*BSN Required  2 years recent experience  required
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Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • New York, New York – 10065
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN’s care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN’s work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*BSN Required  2 years recent experience  required*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • New York, New York – 10038
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • New York, New York – 10032
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN’s care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN’s work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*BSN Required  2 years recent experience  required
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Highest Paying Jobs in Flushing, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Medical Surgical positions available in Flushing.
per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Flushing, New York – 11355
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN's care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN's work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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per diem
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS RN)
  • Flushing, New York – 11355
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$55 to $59
Hourly Pay*
MS RN’s care for adult patients who are acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems and diseases or are recovering from surgery. Med Surg unit of a facility is where ill patients go to recover before being discharged. They handle large patient loads, juggle multiple patient populations, and adapt to the ever-changing face of nursing care. Although most MS RN’s work in the Med Surg unit of hospitals, they can work in a variety of settings includes camps, clinics, schools, and ambulatory care centers.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS occasionally required
*BSN Required  2 years recent experience required  Must be available to work 13 week contract with flexible availability*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Statistics on MS Jobs in New York

Review helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in New York. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the state of New York. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in New York for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Per Diem Medical Surgical Jobs in New York

How much does an Medical Surgical travel nurse make on average in New York?

An MS nurse in New York can make an average of $55 per hour.

How much does a night shift MS travel nurse make on average in New York?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in New York can make an average of $56 per hour based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift MS travel nurse make on average in New York?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in New York can make an average of $55 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Medical Surgical jobs are available in New York?

There are currently 15 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in New York. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Medical Surgical staff in New York?

  • Trillium Health Inc in Rochester
  • Universal Primary Care – Houghton in Houghton
  • The Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn
  • Fishkill MH Unit in Beacon
  • Wende Correctional Facility in Alden

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel nursing jobs in New York?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in New York cities.

Healthcare Facilities in New York that offer Medical Surgical Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the New York area that have historically offered jobs for Medical Surgical professionals.
Albany Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 9, 16, 2, 17, 24, 18, 10, 25, 11, 26, 12, 19, 13, 20, 6, 21, 7, 22, 14, 8, and 23
Departments
Ambulatory OR Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Ambulatory Pre-Post Op Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Emergency Room Emergency Room Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Pediatric Pediatric Emergency Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
43 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
Unity Hospital of Rochester
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 16, 13, 7, 14, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Electrophysiology Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy House Supervisor Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1555 LONG POND RD.
Rochester, NY 14626
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
UHS Wilson Memorial Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, 6, 11, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Emergency Room Emergency Room Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit IV Therapy Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Skilled Nursing Telemetry Telemetry
Address
33-57 Harrison Street
Johnson City, NY 13790
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bible School Park (13790)
Rochester General Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Electrophysiology Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse Manager Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1425 PORTLAND AVE.
Rochester, NY 14621
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
Strong Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 16, 13, 14, and 8
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplant Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Electrophysiology Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Telemetry
Address
601 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester, NY 14642
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
Highland Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 26
Departments
Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1000 South Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Shifts
7 D, 8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 17, 24, 28, 25, 14, 26, and 23
Departments
Ambulatory OR Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Dialysis Dialysis Emergency Room Emergency Room Endoscopy Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology IV Therapy Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Occupational Health Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Oncology Pediatric Pediatric Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry Urgent Care Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
1275 York Avenue, Department of Radiology
New York, NY 10021
New York Hospital Queens
Shifts
7 D, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 10, 7, and 8
Departments
Case Manager Emergency Room Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
56-45 Main Street
Flushing, NY 11355
Hudson Valley Hospital Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1980 Crompond Road
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 11
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Telemetry
Address
301 Prospect Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13203
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.