Place your next assignment at world-class NYC hospitals and health systems. ICU, ER, L&D, OR, Med-Surg and more — local and 13-week contracts, competitive weekly pay, housing stipends, and Day-1 benefits.
NY license assistance available · Compact & non-compact guidance · Recruiter response within 24 hours
We staff a wide range of nursing specialties across acute care, critical care, and specialized units throughout New York City and Westchester County.
MICU, SICU, CVICU, Neuro-ICU. High-acuity RN positions at major NYC health systems.
🔥 High DemandLevel I & II trauma centers, fast-paced ED environments across all five boroughs.
🔥 High DemandMedical-surgical floors with stable census needs and variety in patient population.
OngoingL&D, postpartum, and mother-baby units at busy NYC obstetric facilities.
🔥 High DemandStep-down and telemetry units for nurses with cardiac monitoring experience.
OngoingOperating room, PACU, and pre-op RN assignments across surgical centers and hospitals.
ActivePediatric med-surg, PICU, and NICU assignments at NYC children's and academic centers.
ActiveInpatient and outpatient psychiatric nursing across NYC-area behavioral health facilities.
ActiveQuality Healthcare Staffing connects travel nurses with facilities across all five boroughs and Westchester. We work with a broad range of healthcare settings — from major academic medical centers to community hospitals serving NYC's diverse neighborhoods.
World-ranked academic hospitals and research centers including facilities affiliated with NYU Langone Health and NewYork-Presbyterian system.
Multiple campuses across Manhattan with a wide range of specialty nursing needs including critical care, oncology, and surgical units.
New York City's public hospital network — 11 acute care hospitals serving all five boroughs with ongoing nursing needs across all specialties.
Academic health system in the Bronx with multiple campuses and strong demand for ICU, ED, and med-surg travel nurses.
Major community and academic hospitals serving Brooklyn's 2.7 million residents, including facilities serving diverse patient populations.
One of NYC's busiest community hospitals with high-volume emergency and specialty units. Active nursing placement needs year-round.
Community-based hospitals in Jamaica and surrounding areas serving Queens' growing healthcare demands. ICU, ER, and med-surg needs.
Hospital campuses on Staten Island offering travel nurse assignments across multiple units with competitive local contract options.
Hospital campuses north of NYC in White Plains, Yonkers, and surrounding Westchester communities — a popular option for nurses seeking proximity to the city.
* Placement availability varies. Contact a QH recruiter to confirm current openings at specific facilities. Mention of facility names does not imply formal contracted status — our recruiters match candidates based on available positions at the time of application.
We are a New York-based staffing agency — not a national firm routing calls through a call center. When you work with QH, you get a recruiter who knows the NYC market inside and out.
Your dedicated recruiter knows the neighborhoods, the commutes, the facilities, and the boroughs. We are based in New York — not a remote national dispatch center.
Something comes up mid-assignment? Your QH recruiter is reachable around the clock. We do not disappear after your contract is signed.
New York is not a compact state. We guide you through the NY RN endorsement process step-by-step and help you time your application to hit your target start date.
We explain exactly how your current license status affects NYC assignments and walk you through any additional steps needed to get you placement-ready in New York.
Navigating NYC housing as a travel nurse is competitive. We connect you with trusted housing resources in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and affordable Westchester options.
Our compliance team moves quickly on onboarding paperwork — background checks, health records, credentials — so you clear fast and start on time.
Pay packages in New York City are among the strongest in the country, reflecting the high cost of living and demand for experienced nurses. Here is a general range by specialty for 2026 — actual packages depend on your years of experience, the facility, shift differentials, and contract type.
All pay ranges are estimates for 13-week travel contracts including taxable base + tax-free housing and meal stipends. Local contracts and per diem positions have different rate structures. Actual package depends on specialty, facility, shift type, and experience. Call (914) 292-9412 for a personalized quote.
Most nurses have a recruiter on the phone within 24 hours of submitting their profile. Here is how the process works.
Complete our quick online application at qhstaff.com/careers/ with your specialty, license info, and NYC start date. It takes about 5 minutes.
A dedicated NYC recruiter contacts you to review your background, discuss pay expectations, and walk through available assignments that match your specialty.
We match you to an open position, handle your compliance package, and support you all the way through your first shift — and every week of your contract.
Everything travel nurses ask before taking an NYC assignment.