Travel Emergency Department Observation Telemetry RN - $2,239 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• 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

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team. This position requires a strong background in Med/Surg Telemetry, with the ability to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Position Details

• Unit: Emergency Department Observation
• Unit Type: Telemetry
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years

Required Certifications

• BLS Certification
• Washington State Nursing License

Shift Details

• Shift Timing: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: None
• Floating Requirements: Yes, to similar floors as needed

Unit Information

The Emergency Department Observation unit is equipped to handle a variety of patient needs, providing care for those specializing in Med/Surg Telemetry. Typically, the unit manages an average of 8-16 patients per day with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 4:1.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a telemetry setting, monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms.
• Manage patient holds in the Emergency Department, ensuring proper and compassionate care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, following hospital protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical staff to coordinate care.
• Participate in unit orientation and training for new staff members.

Additional Information

The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to adapt to varying patient care requirements and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. Please note that there is a possibility of floating to multiple locations within the region as required.

For consideration, candidates must not have been employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any associated facilities within the past year.

Uniforms should be navy blue, and a one-day unit-specific orientation will be provided upon hire.

Contact Information

For further inquiries about this opportunity, please reach out to the recruitment team.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19384257. 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: RN:Observation Unit,07:00:00-19:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.