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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in New York

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in New York

We currently offer 336 of the best RN travel jobs in New York and 64 exclusive, high-paying Registered Nurse travel nurse jobs here that you won’t find anywhere else! RN travel jobs are currently available in cities like Poughkeepsie, New York and Albany. 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 as easy as possible for you to compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in New York earned about $2,100 per week as of Jun 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,355 to $3,505 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Poughkeepsie with a position for a Registered Nurse – Telemetry – Tele at $3,505 per week.

In New York, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, UHS Wilson Memorial Medical Center in Johnson City and United Health Services in Binghamton are well known in New York.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in New York is Aug 5, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular – CVICU role at $3,266 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is Oct 7, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU – ICU role at $3,057 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) RN travel job including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, New York is a popular place for RN travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Top Cities in New York with Travel Registered Nurse Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 336 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the state of New York. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Albany, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has 119 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Albany.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 13
$2,011 to $2,629
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 – Progressive Care
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 13
$2,011 to $2,629
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 – Rehabilitation
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2024
  • 13
$1,950 to $2,550
Weekly Pay*
E8 Inpatient Rehab 21-bed unit Patient Population: Acute Rehabilitation Patients. The population served includes male and female patients primarily ages 18 and over, with a variety of stable medical-surgical diagnoses. Our patients usually have a defined plan of care towards a planned discharge date. We do tend to have a higher proportion of stroke and/or neurological deficit patients.
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Registered Nurse – Outpatient Clinic
  • Albany, New York – 12208
  • 12 N,
  • August 26, 2024
  • 20
$1,930 to $2,127
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual 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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Highest Paying Jobs in Rochester, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has 72 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Rochester.
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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Rochester, New York – 14626
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 12
$1,824 to $2,011
Weekly Pay*
This Emergency Room (ER) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as a compassionate and effective patient care model. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative and energetic caregivers to join its team. In addition to working with an elite team, you can expect to work with cutting-edge equipment.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • August 19, 2024
  • 13
$1,860 to $2,049
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit 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 – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Rochester, New York – 14621
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • July 29, 2024
  • 13
$1,824 to $2,011
Weekly Pay*
Rochester General Hospital is a 528-bed tertiary care hospital that has been serving the residents of the Rochester Region and beyond since 1847. Rochester General Hospital offers primary medical care and a broad range of specialties. Rochester General Hospital’s medical staff includes over 1,000 primary care physicians and specialists, many of whom have offices at the hospital and throughout the community.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • August 19, 2024
  • 12
$2,018 to $2,224
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 New York, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has 60 travel Registered Nurse positions available in New York.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • New York, New York – 10032
  • 8 D,
  • August 26, 2024
  • 13
$2,028 to $2,234
Weekly Pay*
Superior facility with exclusive travel opportunities! This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the prestigious 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most prestigious teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you. Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the US – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Outpatient Oncology
  • New York, New York – 10021
  • 10 D,
  • September 11, 2024
  • 13
$2,045 to $2,254
Weekly Pay*
The MSKCC Epic needs are all 6 months now with a 2/28 end date. start on 9/11/24 lenght is 25 weeks
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Registered Nurse – Urgent Care
  • New York, New York – 10021
  • 12 D,
  • September 11, 2024
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,157
Weekly Pay*
The MSKCC Epic needs are all 6 months now with a 2/28 end date. start on 9/11/24 lenght is 25 weeks
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Registered Nurse – Infusion – Intravenous Therapy N
  • New York, New York – 10021
  • 12 D,
  • September 11, 2024
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,157
Weekly Pay*
The MSKCC Epic needs are all 6 months now with a 2/28 end date. start on 9/11/24 lenght is 25 weeks
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Highest Paying Jobs in Glens Falls, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has 15 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Glens Falls.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Glens Falls, New York – 12801
  • 12 N,
  • August 29, 2024
$1,933 to $2,130
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
  • Glens Falls, New York – 12801
  • 12 N,
  • August 29, 2024
  • 14
$1,933 to $2,130
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 – Telemetry
  • Glens Falls, New York – 12801
  • 12 N,
  • August 15, 2024
  • 13
$1,933 to $2,130
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
  • Glens Falls, New York – 12801
  • 12 D,
  • August 29, 2024
  • 14
$1,827 to $2,014
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual 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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Highest Paying Jobs in Johnson City, NY

AMN Healthcare currently has 8 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Johnson City.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Johnson City, New York – 13790
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 12
$2,300 to $2,534
Weekly Pay*
Designated as a 24-hour trauma, stroke and chest pain center, UHS Wilson Medical Center is a 280-bed medical clinic facility serving Johnson City with emergency care and medical clinic services. It is a regional referral center for such high-level medical and surgical services as cardiac surgery, neurosurgery and neurosciences, cancer care, emergency care, maternity and high-risk obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, ambulatory surgery, diabetes education and care, blood disorders treatment, and physical therapy and rehabilitation. Our Johnson City hospital trains physicians through a long-standing and highly respected Medical Residency Program.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Johnson City, New York – 13790
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 12
$2,317 to $2,554
Weekly Pay*
Designated as a 24-hour trauma, stroke and chest pain center, UHS Wilson Medical Center is a 280-bed medical clinic facility serving Johnson City with emergency care and medical clinic services. It is a regional referral center for such high-level medical and surgical services as cardiac surgery, neurosurgery and neurosciences, cancer care, emergency care, maternity and high-risk obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, ambulatory surgery, diabetes education and care, blood disorders treatment, and physical therapy and rehabilitation. Our Johnson City hospital trains physicians through a long-standing and highly respected Medical Residency Program.
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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Johnson City, New York – 13790
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 12
$2,317 to $2,554
Weekly Pay*
FOR RN: Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Equipped to handle situations ranging from acute medical and surgical emergencies to other urgent illnesses and injuries. Level 2 Trauma Center, Regional Stroke and Stemi center IV Pumps: Types: Alaris smart pump Level of Care : Level II Trauma and Stroke Center, Emergency Care Number of Beds: 41 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:4 Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend Type of Staff Scheduling: self scheduling Charting: Epic Scrub Color: Any Patient Experience Challenges / Focus: No space for visitors, under construction next two years FOR LPN: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Acute Care provides skilled nursing care tasks and procedures under the direction of an RN, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider in the Inpatient Specialty Care departments. Work Environment The work is usually performed in an office setting. Occasionally, there may be exposure to the risks and hazards of work environments and conditions requiring special safety precautions and clothing. All Age Groups Any special procedure done on the unit? Triage area – responsible for nebulizers, EKG, point of care testing, PO meds, IM injections, IV starts and fluid maintenace, lab draws, foley catheter insertion Patient care delivery system (EG, Primary Care, Team Nrg): Team model Essential Functions: Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that are performed with or without reasonable accommodation. • Performs clinical assignments within scope of practice to maximize patient experience and ensure patient safety. Promotes and facilitates the compliance and understanding of Joint Commission, NYS DOH, Infection Control and all regulatory standards. •Under the direction of a provider or RN, educates patient and family in health promotion and disease management using available resources. •Utilizes a working knowledge of pharmacology and safely administers medications according to UHS Hospitals policy. Maintains CLIA Waived Lab standards and performs CLIA Waived Lab testing and proficiency validations according to regulatory standards. Includes tri annual AAFP Lab Proficiency testing, lab quality controls and lab credentialing if required by department. •Collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care. Participates in Performance Improvement activities, reviews PI data and assists in the development of Performance Improvement plans. •Participates in educational opportunities The Ideal Canidate will have the following skills: Adaptability Attention to Detail Willingness to Collaborate Strong Communication (verbal & written) Planning (Organizing, Time Management) Strive to devlieve quality service Reliable Knowledge of Safety and Risk Management
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Johnson City, New York – 13790
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2024
  • 12
$2,441 to $2,690
Weekly Pay*
UHS Hospitals Medical Surgical/Telemetry Traveler Float Pool Guidelines Working at UHS means working with a great team. The staff is committed to living our values by showing compassion, trust, respect, teamwork and innovation to the population we served. What to expect when joining our traveler float pool- Staff will be asked to float between the Johnson City(33-57 Harrison St, Johnson City, NY 13790) and Binghamton hospital(10-42 Mitchell Ave, Binghamton, NY 13903) campuses. Staff will float to other Tele and Med Surg units. Nurse to patient ratios to expect 1:5-6 On occasion, staff will be asked to float to mid shift the other location if the location is in an urgent need Medical surgical/telemetry (MST) assignments will be taken in one of our 12 medical/telemetry units. Assignments are based on unit needs and are monitored throughout the day by our Staffing Office/Nursing Supervisors. At times both UHS staff and our travel nurses will be asked to float to two different units during one shift. Full charting to be completed every 8 hours – expectation is that staff will be required to do a full documentation on each unit staff are assigned to during their 12 hour shift. We realize this is not ideal, but to provide safe staffing there will be times this is needed. UHS does not have a holds/observation unit- If census is high patients may be held in our emergency departments. These patents have been admitted and are under the care of an attending physician. To care for these patients, float pool staff go to the emergency department and treat these patients as if they are on an inpatient unit. Staff are NOT taking care of emergency room patients, inpatient holds only. Staff Support- All travel staff will report to the Nurse Manager of the Clinical Resource Office (CRO). Schedules are published in four-week increments (block scheduling will be limited based on hospital needs). Schedules are available to view in Shift Wizard, the scheduling tool UHS uses. It is available on all the desktops and there is an app you may choose to download. Daily assignments come from the CRO. You will receive a text with your daily assignment, typically 1 hour before the scheduled shift. UHS Hospitals Critical Care Traveler Float Pool Guidelines Working for UHS means working for a great team. Staff are committed to living our values by showing compassion, trust, respect, teamwork and innovation to the populations we serve What to expect when joining our critical care traveler float pool Staff will be asked to float between the Johnson City(33-57 Harrison St, Johnson City, NY 13790) and Binghamton hospital(10-42 Mitchell Ave, Binghamton, NY 13903) campuses On rare occasions staff will be asked to float to mid shift the other location if the location is in an urgent need – full charting to be completed every 8 hours – expectation is that staff will be required to do a full documentation on each unit staff are assigned to during their 12-hour shift Critical care assignments will be taken in our 14 bed ICU, 16 bed CVICU, 6 bed medical ICU (Binghamton campus), 6 bed neuro and 5 bed surgical step-down suites While working in our critical care areas nurses maintain a 1:2/ 1:3 acuity based nurse to patient ratio. Stepdown ratios are 1:4 Floating Outside of Critical Care When census or acuity drops, staff may be asked to float outside of the Critical Care setting. If there is NOT an appropriate Critical Care Assignment, staff are assigned to a telemetry/medical units where a 1:4 ratio will be maintained. UHS does not have a holds/observation unit If census is high patients may be held in our emergency departments. These patents have been admitted and are under the care of an attending physician. To care for these patients, float pool staff go to the emergency department and treat these patients as if they are on an inpatient unit. Patients are critical care, and med/surge in nature and staff will not take greater than a 1:4 ratio. Staff are NOT taking care of emergency room patients, inpatient holds only. Staff Support All travel staff will report to the Nurse Manager of the Clinical Resource Office (CRO). Schedules are published in four week increments (block scheduling will be limited based on hospital needs). Daily assignments come from the CRO Pay sheets will be signed by the CRO Nurse Manager We are excited to have you join the UHS family. If you have any questions please have your recruiter reach out and I will gladly answer any questions you may have.
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Statistics on RN Jobs in New York

View helpful statistics about RN travel nursing jobs based on historical data in New York. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available and more. Learn more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs about Registered Nurse Jobs in New York

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in New York?

A Registered Nurse nurse in New York can make an average of $2,201 per week.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in New York can make an average of $2,206 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift RN make on average in New York?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in New York can make an average of $2,153 per week based on recent job availability.

How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are currently available in New York?

There are currently 336 Registered Nurse 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.

Historically, what hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse 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

How long is the most common RN travel nursing contract in New York?

12 Hour Night shifts was the most common duration for an RN traveling nurse job in New York cities based on the last 6 months.

What are the top paying RN jobs available in New York currently?

Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in New York

Cities like Albany, Glens Falls, Johnson City, New York City, and Rochester currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Trillium Health Inc, Universal Primary Care – Houghton, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Fishkill MH Unit and Wende Correctional Facility which all have RN departments.

Healthcare Facilities in New York that offer Registered Nurse Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the New York area that have historically offered jobs for Registered Nurse professionals.

Albany Medical Center
Unity Hospital of Rochester
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 7, 14, and 8
Address
1555 LONG POND RD.
Rochester, NY 14626
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
Rochester General Hospital
Shifts
8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
1425 PORTLAND AVE.
Rochester, NY 14621
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
UHS Wilson Memorial Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, 6, and 11
Address
33-57 Harrison Street, NULL
Johnson City, NY 13790
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bible School Park (13790)
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, and 8
Address
601 Elmwood Avenue, NULL
Rochester, NY 14642
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
Highland Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
1000 South Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cobbs Hill (14610)
New York Hospital Queens
Shifts
7 D, 8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 7, and 8
Address
56-45 Main Street, NULL
Flushing, NY 11355
New York Weill Cornell Medical Center – Shiftwise
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 Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1980 Crompond Road, NULL
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

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