Travel Med Surg​/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 Med/Surg Tele RN with at least 1 year of telemetry experience for a 13-week acute care assignment.

• 32-bed Med/Surg/Telemetry unit on the 5th floor of an acute care hospital
• Patient population includes post-surgical (general, ortho, uro, gyn) and medical overflow cases
• Patient ratios of 1:4-6 with nurse aide ratios of 1:8-16
• 16 of the unit's beds are telemetry capable
• Monitor techs are offsite; RNs validate and read telemetry strips and document findings
• RNs are required to titrate drips including Heparin, blood, and IV fluids
• Both Charge Nurse and House Supervisor support are available on the unit
• 12-hour shifts available on both days and nights, 7a-7:30p/7p-7:30a
• Weekend requirements based on unit needs and census
• No formal call or standby requirement, though scheduling is based on census
• All RNs are subject to floating within their scope of practice
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• Must be able to titrate medication drips including Heparin, blood, and IV fluids
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

• Provide direct patient care on a busy Med/Surg/Telemetry unit including monitoring, medication administration, and documentation
• Navy top and bottom scrub color requirement
• Unit-specific orientation coordinated with onboarding, typically 1-2 shifts
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays with coverage needed on both shifts, especially Christmas
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-772952. 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.