Travel Tele Float RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a Med/Surg float position requiring 2+ years of acute care experience and WA or compact RN licensure.

• Acute care Med/Surg and Telemetry float position covering six specialty units
• Units include surgical, long-term low acuity, general medical, cardiac/COVID, neuro, and ortho/spine populations
• May also float to Med Surg Oncology or ER transition/holding areas with telemetry monitoring
• RN patient ratios of 4-5 patients, CNA ratios of 8-11 patients
• Respiratory equipment includes CPAP, BiPap, and trach care, no ventilators
• Telemetry monitored remotely by techs, with RNs verifying strip readings
• Required to titrate common drips such as insulin, heparin, nitro, dobutamine, dopamine, and Cardizem per med surg guidelines
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, full time, every other weekend
• Primary assignment at one facility with required floating to other Region Two hospitals in Lakewood, Enumclaw, and Tacoma, WA
• Standby/call requirement up to 4 times during the contract
• May be assigned CNA or entrance screener duties as needed

• Active WA or Compact RN license required, pending licenses not accepted
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years acute care experience required
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
• Must be able to titrate medication drips per facility protocol
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care across multiple medical-surgical and telemetry units based on staffing needs
• Unit-specific orientation provided for primary units, no orientation given for alternate float units
• Holiday coverage required for 1-2 winter holidays
• No specific scrub color required
• Breaks must be taken when offered and cannot be refused
• Rate differential provided when floated outside of primary facility
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-766049. 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 - Telemetry

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.