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Travel Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Float Nurse

Travel Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Float Nurse

American TravelerGig Harbor, WA, US
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry
  • Discipline : RN
  • Start Date : 11 / 03 / 2025
  • Duration : 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift : 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type : Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Telemetry Float Pool position requiring a WA or compact RN license and recent telemetry experience.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

  • Work in an acute care hospital environment on a Medical / Surgical Telemetry Float Pool unit
  • Patient population includes post-surgical (general, ortho, uro, gyn) and telemetry cases
  • Unit consists of 32 beds with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 : 4-6
  • All beds are telemetry capable and RNs are required to read and validate strips
  • Common titratable drips include heparin, blood, and IV fluids
  • 12-hour shifts available, 7 : 00—19 : 30 or 19 : 00—7 : 30; night shift assignment with every other weekend required as per unit needs
  • Floating within scope to similar units may be required
  • Uses Epic EMR system
  • No on-call or standby requirement
  • RNs will be responsible for providing care to medical-surgical and telemetry patients, including titrating IV drips and interpreting cardiac rhythms
  • Monitor techs are off-site and RNs are responsible for ECG strip interpretation
  • Support includes a charge RN, house supervisor, and nurse aides (1 : 8-16 ratio)
  • Must be available for holiday coverage as required by the department
  • Navy-colored scrubs are required
  • Unit / department-specific orientation is provided during first 1-2 shifts

    • \n \n Requirements\n

  • Active WA or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
  • Current BLS certification required
  • Minimum of 1 year of recent RN experience, including telemetry experience
  • Ability to titrate drips and read / validate cardiac monitor strips
  • Two references required : one from a supervisor within the last 12 months and one from a supervisor or peer within the last 3 years
  • Copy of driver’s license required for consideration

    • \n Benefits\n

  • High Pay and Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Weekly Payroll Deposit
  • Free Online CEUs
  • Generous Housing Allowance
  • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
  • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
  • Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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    American Traveler Job ID #P-617318. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg Float Pool

    About American Traveler

    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.

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