Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 01 / 26 / 2026
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Float Pool position with Epic experience and BLS certification, working day shifts and floating within multiple units.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work in the Med / Surg Float Pool within a hospital settingRequired to float among all Med / Surg units, ED Holding, and potentially to Allenmore Hospital (2.5 miles away) as neededPatient population includes post-surgical (GI, Ortho, Gynecology), medical (COPD, CHF, DVT, AKI), and Covid patientsNurse to patient ratio is 1 : 4-5Includes care of post-op ortho / neuro, general post-surgical, GI surgeries, wound care, drains, ostomies, traches (stable), and bariatric surgery12-hour day shifts with every other weekend required; rare occasions may include back-to-back weekendsEpic EMR experience is requiredOrientation includes one day general hospital and one day unit-specific orientation, plus an additional day on similar unitsUnit support provided by CNAs (1 : 10-12 ratios), centralized telemetry monitoring, hospitalist, and respiratory therapy 24 / 7Must be comfortable performing general nursing skills such as basic rhythm interpretation, IV antibiotics, heparin drips, nebulizer treatments, and CIWA protocolsStandard nursing responsibilities include using whiteboards, hourly rounding, bedside shift report, and pain management documentationSaline flushes are treated as medications and must not be left unattended; medication wasting requires two-nurse verificationScrubs of any professional color are acceptableFree parking is provided in designated areasManager approval is required for more than 5 days of time offOne day of general hospital orientation, one day of unit orientation, and additional like-unit orientation are provided before startingFirst-time travelers must have 2 years of Med / Surg experience to be considered\n \n Requirements\n
Active WA or compact RN license requiredBLS certification requiredMinimum 1 year of recent Med / Surg experience for nurses with previous travel experience; minimum 2 years for first-time travelersEpic EMR experience requiredAbility to complete and pass a Telemetry Competency Exam prior to start\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-649198. 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
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.