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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Acute care setting floating across multiple Med/Surg and Telemetry units within SJMC and Region Two facilities (St. Clare Hospital – Lakewood, WA; St. Elizabeth Hospital – Enumclaw, WA; St Joseph Medical Center – Tacoma, WA)
• Units include surgical, long-term low acuity, general medical, cardiac/COVID, neuro, ortho/spine, oncology, and ER transition areas
• Patient ratios of 4-5 per RN, with CNA support at 8-11 patients per aide
• 12-hour day shifts, full time, every other weekend
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Tele monitoring performed remotely by telemetry techs, with RNs verifying strip readings
• RT equipment includes CPAP, BiPAP, and trach care (no ventilators)
• Required to float to all Med/Surg-Tele divisions as needed
• On-call/standby requirement up to 4 times during the contract

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years acute care experience required
• Experience titrating drips such as insulin, heparin, nitro, dobutamine, dopamine, and cardizem per unit guidelines
• Must be willing to float across multiple units and facilities within the region
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care across multiple Med/Surg and Telemetry units based on staffing needs
• May occasionally be assigned CNA or entrance screener duties if short-staffed, consistent with facility staff expectations
• Unit-specific orientation provided (4 hours each) for 7th, 8BC, 9th, 2 South, 3 South, and 4 South units; no orientation provided for alternate float units
• No specific scrub color required
• Breaks must be taken when offered and cannot be declined
• Holiday coverage required for 1-2 winter holidays
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-771113. 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.