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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Rochester for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Rochester, New York

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Rochester, New York. We currently offer 11 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Rochester area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Rochester’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of Mar 1, 2025, the average Medical Surgical travel nurse working in Rochester and surrounding areas earned about $1,953 weekly. Today you can find MS jobs with a salary range between $1,750 to $2,201 per week. The Rochester MS travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Rochester proper like Strong Memorial Hospital and Highland Hospital with more facilities in nearby areas like Webster, Newark and Clifton Springs to name a few.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in Rochester. The earliest start date in Rochester is Apr 14, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,103 per week. The latest start date for an MS job in Rochester is May 12, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,162 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Medical Surgical travel nurse job in Rochester including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

Rochester is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Medical Surgical Jobs in or near Rochester

We have 11 Medical Surgical jobs in Rochester, NY and 28 Medical Surgical jobs in New York, and 578 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 12
$1,997 to $2,201
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,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$1,962 to $2,162
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 – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • April 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,909 to $2,103
Weekly Pay*
Highland Hospital is located in Rochester, New York, and is an affiliate of the University of Rochester Medical Center, which is part of the University of Rochester. Founded in 1889, the hospital is involved in specialties such as bariatric surgery, joint replacement, geriatric care, women’s services and maternity.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,909 to $2,103
Weekly Pay*
Highland Hospital is located in Rochester, New York, and is an affiliate of the University of Rochester Medical Center, which is part of the University of Rochester. Founded in 1889, the hospital is involved in specialties such as bariatric surgery, joint replacement, geriatric care, women’s services and maternity.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 D,
  • May 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,909 to $2,103
Weekly Pay*
Highland Hospital is located in Rochester, New York, and is an affiliate of the University of Rochester Medical Center, which is part of the University of Rochester. Founded in 1889, the hospital is involved in specialties such as bariatric surgery, joint replacement, geriatric care, women’s services and maternity.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • April 25, 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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • April 25, 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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14620
  • 12 N,
  • April 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,803 to $1,987
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,
  • April 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,750 to $1,929
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,
  • April 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,750 to $1,929
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
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
    Distance from Rochester: 74 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 25, 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
    Distance from Rochester: 74 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 25, 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
    Distance from Rochester: 74 miles
  • 12 E,
  • April 25, 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
    Distance from Rochester: 74 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 25, 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
  • Watertown, New York – 13601
    Distance from Rochester: 102 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
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
  • Watertown, New York – 13601
    Distance from Rochester: 102 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
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
  • Erie, Pennsylvania – 16544
    Distance from Rochester: 144 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,000 to $2,204
Weekly Pay*
Saint Vincent has earned numerous national awards for patient safety as well in specialties like orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery, pulmonary care, trauma care, and women’s health. AHN Saint Vincent leadership is inventing a new, integrated health system where everything from technological innovation to clinical pathways are reengineered around the goal of keeping people healthy and improving their health experiences and health outcomes. Our nurses earned Magnet recognition in 2022 – the highest recognition a hospital nursing program can achieve, so you can expect high-quality nursing care, greater safety, and better results
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Kingston, Pennsylvania – 18704
    Distance from Rochester: 158 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,650 to $1,818
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
  • Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania – 18764
    Distance from Rochester: 159 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,650 to $1,818
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
  • Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania – 18764
    Distance from Rochester: 159 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,650 to $1,818
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Medical Surgical unit, based in exciting Wilkes-Barre is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Altoona, Pennsylvania – 16601
    Distance from Rochester: 186 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,844 to $2,032
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. Locals within 75 miles are allowed at lower rates Altoona has the highest bill rate in UPMC traveler
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Altoona, Pennsylvania – 16601
    Distance from Rochester: 186 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,844 to $2,032
Weekly Pay*
UPMC Altoona is a nonprofit community health care provider with a 380-bed acute-care teaching hospital, several state-of-the-art outpatient centers, a surgery center, and a large local network of health care providers covering over 20 different specialties, with locations across six Pennsylvania counties. Locals within 75 miles are allowed at lower rates Altoona has the highest bill rate in UPMC travelers
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
    Distance from Rochester: 198 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 28, 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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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in Rochester, New York

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Rochester. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Rochester and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Rochester and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in Rochester, NY

What are the top paying Medical Surgical jobs currently available in or near Rochester?

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in Rochester?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Rochester and surrounding areas.

How many Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs are available in Rochester?

There are currently 11 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Rochester. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Rochester and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Rochester can make an average of $2,077 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Rochester and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Rochester can make an average of $2,075 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Rochester?

  • Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester (2.3 miles from Rochester)
  • Highland Hospital in Rochester (1.4 miles from Rochester)
  • Rochester General Hospital in Rochester (3 miles from Rochester)
  • Unity Hospital of Rochester in Rochester (5.1 miles from Rochester)

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

A Medical Surgical nurse in Rochester can make an average of $2,069 per week.

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Rochester?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Rochester is 13.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Rochester

In Rochester, facilities like Strong Memorial Hospital, Highland Hospital and Rochester General Hospital, all offer MS departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Cobbs Hill (zip code 14610) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Rochester’s MS job opportunities are Webster (10.2 miles), Newark (27.3 miles) and Clifton Springs (27.5 miles). These are near to zip codes: 14642 (2.3 miles).

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Rochester Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 4 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Rochester. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Rochester.

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)
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 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
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, 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)
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)
* 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.