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Medical Surgical Travel 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 30 of the best available MS nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 2 exclusive, high-paying Medical Surgical travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. New York MS travel jobs are currently available in cities like Albany, New York and East Elmhurst. 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.

The average wage for an Medical Surgical travel nurse in New York as of Mar 1, 2025 was $2,048 weekly. Currently, you can find MS jobs in New York with a salary range between $1,677 to $2,640 per week. The city with the highest paying MS job in New York currently is New York with a position for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical at $2,257 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in New York to find MS travel nursing work in. New York Weill Cornell Medical Center – Shiftwise in New York City, Albany Medical Center in Albany, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center – Kosch in New York City, Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester and Highland Hospital in Rochester 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 May 5, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,640 per week. The latest start date for an job in New York is Jun 2, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,257 per week. 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 including 13 weeks.

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 Travel Medical Surgical Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 30 Medical Surgical jobs in New York and 539 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 Utica, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Utica.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Utica, New York – 13502
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Syracuse, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Syracuse.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
  • 12 D,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
  • 12 E,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
  • 12 N,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
  • 12 N,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Watertown, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Watertown.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Watertown, New York – 13601
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Watertown, New York – 13601
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Albany, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Albany.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 D,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,640
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,640
Weekly Pay*
Ability and willingness to float to 22 different medical and surgical units. Unit assignments will be made on a shift to shift basis to best meet the needs of each of these units. Patient Population: A diverse population of all medical and surgical specialties
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,640
Weekly Pay*
“PCCU is designed to provide specialized care to the acute and chronically ill surgical and medical patient population 18 years of age and older and trauma patient population 15 years of age and older. Respiratory failure, sepsis, closed head injuries, multi system organ disfunction, endocrine disorders, complex traumas, surgical complications, include some of our top DRGs. Nurses with large scale adult PCU experience and community hospital ICU experience tend to do well in our area. Average patient load is 3 high acuity patients.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,640
Weekly Pay*
22 semi-private rooms Post-surgical setting caring for patients that have undergone colorectal and urologic surgery. You will work closely with the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses for ostomy and wound care needs. Post-operative patients with TPN, NG tubes, and central lines
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 D,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,640
Weekly Pay*
Ability and willingness to float to 22 different medical and surgical units. Unit assignments will be made on a shift to shift basis to best meet the needs of each of these units. Patient Population: A diverse population of all medical and surgical specialties
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Highest Paying Jobs in Rochester, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Rochester.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 12
$2,032 to $2,240
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 12
$2,032 to $2,240
Weekly Pay*
With a caregiving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the esteemed team members of this Dialysis unit are looking for a dedicated, compassionate RN to join their ranks. The right candidate for this role will be experienced, innovative, and passionate. If you are ready to join a caring staff within beautiful surroundings, and are compassionate and experienced, this is the role for you!
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 12
$2,032 to $2,240
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,032 to $2,240
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • May 11, 2025
  • 13
$1,909 to $2,103
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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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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Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel 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 $2,125 per week.

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 $2,144 per week 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 $2,089 per week 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 30 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?

  • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City
  • Catskill Regional Medical Center in Harris
  • ACN- AIM (West) – Shiftwise in New York City
  • Allen Hospital – Shiftwise in New York City
  • Columbia University Medical Center – Shiftwise in New York City

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 Night shifts were the most common shifts in New York cities.

What is the most common contract duration for MS travel jobs in New York?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Medical Surgical travel job in New York is 13.

Locating MS Travel Nursing Jobs in New York

In New York, cities like Albany, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, and Watertown have travel MS nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Catskill Regional Medical Center, ACN- AIM (West) – Shiftwise , Allen Hospital – Shiftwise and Columbia University Medical Center – Shiftwise, all with nurse specialties and Medical Surgical staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in New York that offer Travel Medical Surgical Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the New York area that have historically offered travel 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, 713, 2, 17, 24, 18, 10, 25, 11, 26, 12, 19, 13, 5, 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 Postpartum 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, 10 N, 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)
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, 9, 16, 13, 14, 11, and 8
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplant Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Dialysis Electrophysiology Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Long Term Acute Care Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric 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)
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, 7, 4, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Electrophysiology Lab Emergency Room House Supervisor Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Long Term Acute Care Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse Manager Occupational Health Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1425 PORTLAND AVE.
Rochester, NY 14621
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
Highland Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 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)
New York Weill Cornell Medical Center – Shiftwise
Shifts
7 D, 7 E, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 9, 13, 5, 20, 17, 2, 6, 10, 11, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular ICU Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Pediatric Pediatric Pediatric Emergency Room Pediatric Emergency Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Postpartum Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
525 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065
Columbia University Medical Center – Shiftwise
Shifts
7 D, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 5, 32, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular ICU Dialysis Dialysis Emergency Room Emergency Room Endoscopy Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
630 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032
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, 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 IV Therapy Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Occupational Health Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Oncology Pediatric Pediatric Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Post Anesthesia 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, 7 E, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 10, 7, and 8
Departments
Case Manager Emergency Room Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
56-45 Main Street
Flushing, NY 11355
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 16, 13, 4, 14, 11, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
565 ABBOTT RD.
Buffalo, NY 14220
* 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.