Travel Med​/Surg Float Pool RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Spokane Valley, Washington.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg System Float Pool position requiring at least 1 year of telemetry or PCU experience and a WA or compact RN license.

• System Float Pool position at a 123-bed Level III Trauma Center community hospital in Spokane Valley, WA
• Floats between Med/Surg (44 beds), Acute Respiratory (16 beds), ED/MS Overflow, and Progressive Care units within scope of practice
• Med/Surg patients include COPD, CHF, sepsis, AKI/CKD, DVT, PE, cellulitis, pancreatitis, and ETOH as well as surgical/ortho, GI, GU, GYN, podiatry, and ENT cases
• Acute Respiratory floor cares for COPD, pneumonia, CHF, and other respiratory patients using high flow and BiPap, located near RT and ICU
• Progressive Care unit manages PCU-level patients only, including Afib RVR and q4h checks, with no ICU, cath lab, major cardiac, neuro, or trauma cases
• Patient ratios are 1:5 on Med/Surg and 1:3 on PCU with no CNA support
• 12-hour day and night shifts  and ), 36 hours per week
• Works every other weekend with no on-call requirement, though low census is possible
• EMR is Epic, IV pump is ICU Plum Medical, and medication dispensing is via Pyxis

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of true telemetry or PCU experience required
• Must pass a cardiac rhythm interpretation exam during the compliance process prior to start
• Skills required include high flow O2, chest tubes, peripheral IV starts/maintenance, wound care/dressing changes, wound vac management, JP and hemovac drains, nephrostomy tube care, pain management, PCA, central line management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Experience with drips such as Heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, and nitro required

• Support team includes CNAs on Med-Surg units, Charge RN as a resource, 24/7 phlebotomy, RT, hospitalist, and rapid response/code team, plus OT, PT, and SLP during the day
• Centralized tele monitoring with dedicated techs available 24/7
• Orientation includes 1 day of classroom training with skills check-off, followed by 12 hours of unit orientation split across three units
• Shift safety huddle held at the start of every shift
• Scrubs must be any solid, professional color with no graphics, logos, or designs
• Free parking available in a designated area
• Travelers often enjoy the unit culture, frequently extend assignments, and some staff originally started as travelers
• Required to work 1 holiday per contract
• Up to 5 days of RTO can be approved
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-775349. 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

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.