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:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

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

• Acute care hospital setting on a Med/Surg Telemetry float team
• Primary unit at the main facility with required floating across Region Two facilities (St. Clare Hospital-Lakewood, St. Elizabeth Hospital-Enumclaw, and the main facility in Tacoma, WA)
• Floats among 6 different Med/Surg Telemetry units covering surgical, long-term low acuity, general medical, cardiac/short stay, neuro, and ortho/spine populations
• May also be assigned to alternate units including Med Surg Oncology, ER Transition Unit, Cardiac Decision Unit, and Med-Surg Transition area
• RN patient ratio of 4-5 patients, with CNAs supporting at 8-11 patients
• May be assigned CNA or entrance screener duties if needed, consistent with facility staff expectations
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, full-time, every other weekend
• Required to float across all Med/Surg/Tele divisions based on staffing needs
• On-call/standby requirement up to 4 times during the contract
• Holiday coverage required for 1-2 winter holidays
• Remote telemetry techs monitor and read strips; RNs verify readings
• RT equipment used includes CPAP, BiPAP, and trach care (no ventilators)

• Active WA or compact RN license required, active at time of consideration
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience required
• Must be able to titrate drips including insulin, heparin, nitro, dobutamine, dopamine, and Cardizem per unit guidelines
• Experience with EPIC EMR
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

• Provide direct patient care across multiple Med/Surg Telemetry units including surgical, oncology, neuro, ortho/spine, and cardiac populations
• Verify telemetry readings monitored remotely by telemetry technicians
• Titrate medication drips per unit guidelines and transfer patients to critical care if max dose is reached
• Charge RN support available on each unit, with House Supervisor coverage from 11am-7am
• Unit-specific orientation provided (4 hours each) for primary units; no orientation provided for alternate float units
• Breaks must be taken when offered and cannot be refused
• No specific scrub color required
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any facility associated with the parent health system within the past year
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-767645. 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.