Travel Medical Surgical RN - Burn Unit - $2,013 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Burn Med/Surg position at a Magnet-designated Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring a WA or compact RN license and at least 1 year of experience.

Details

• 15-room, 26-bed Burn Med/Surg unit with an average daily census of 22 patients
• Patient population includes adult burn, plastic surgery, and pediatric trauma and burn patients
• Patient ratios are 3-4:1 on day shift and 4-5:1 on nights
• Special procedures include anesthesia-assisted wound care (nitrous oxide available), EtCO2 monitoring, and wound care performed in two tank rooms and a dedicated bath room
• A wound care RN assists the primary RN in tank rooms during 8-hour day shifts (0700–1530)
• Charting is performed in Epic (hard stop)
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (0700–1930)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call required
• Travelers are first to float to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling is not available
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate with no radius restriction

Requirements

• Active WA RN license or compact RN license currently in hand (pending licensure not accepted)
• BLS required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 1–2 years preferred
• At least 2 travel assignments beyond an initial hospital placement preferred
• Teaching hospital and trauma hospital experience preferred
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required
• COVID vaccination and booster required, no exceptions
• Epic EMR experience preferred but not required

Additional Information

• Magnet-designated, Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital with 500 staffed beds
• Blue scrubs are provided by the facility
• RTO cannot be requested during orientation week and should otherwise be kept to a minimum
• Former UW Health staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 18 months before being eligible to return as a traveler
• On-site parking is available at a daily cost; an off-site parking garage ($10/day) is located approximately 1 mile away with weekday shuttle service (5 AM–10 PM, Monday–Friday only)
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-711388. 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.