Travel ED Observation 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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for an ED Observation / Telemetry unit requiring WA or compact RN license and 2+ years of Med/Surg Telemetry experience.

• Acute care ED Observation unit functioning as a telemetry unit with 8-16 beds/trauma bays
• Patient population consists of boarding patients awaiting inpatient room placement with Med/Surg Telemetry diagnoses
• 4:1 patient ratios with 8-16 patients per day
• RNs monitor their own telemetry strips
• In-house security, transporters, charge nurse/house supervisor, and nurse aids/patient sitters available
• RT provides oxygen and SVN treatments
• Lab draws performed
• EPIC EMR used
• 12-hour day shifts,
• Every other weekend required
• Standby call requirement
• Floating to similar floors required, with primary assignment to this facility but potential floating throughout the region's hospital network (Lakewood, Enumclaw, and Tacoma, WA)
• First to float designation

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Med/Surg Telemetry experience required
• 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 dates of employment and rehire eligibility

• Manage ED holding patients separately from the main ED when possible
• 1-day unit/department specific orientation
• Navy blue scrub color/dress code required
• No holiday coverage requirement
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any facility associated with Common Spirit, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year
• Candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-775197. 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
- Direct Observation Unit

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.