Travel MS​/Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Gig Harbor, Washington.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring a WA or compact license and telemetry experience.

• Acute care Med/Surg Tele unit on the 3rd floor with 96 beds
• Patient ratios of 1:4-6 with nurse aide support at 1:8-16
• Common diagnoses include CHF, COPD, pneumonia, general surgical, stroke, and cardiac cases
• All beds are telemetry capable, with monitor techs tracking strips that RNs validate, read, and document
• RNs are required to titrate drips, including Heparin
• Charge nurse and house supervisor support available on all shifts
• 12-hour shifts, days 7a-7p
• Weekend requirement based on unit needs
• Floating required within scope for all RNs
• No call or standby requirement, as needed per census
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• Comfortable titrating drips such as Heparin
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care on a busy Med/Surg Tele unit, including drip titration and telemetry monitoring
• Unit-specific orientation coordinated with onboarding process over 3 shifts
• Dress code requires navy scrub top and bottom
• Holiday coverage required for 2 of 3 major holidays
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-773024. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.