Travel MS/Tele RN - $2,163 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring 2 years of cardiac telemetry experience and BLS/ACLS certification.

Details

• Work in the 4SE unit, a fast-paced short stay procedure and post-op unit within a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Patient population includes overnight post cath, CTO, PCI, EP, and surgical short stay cases with a strong cardiac focus
• Average daily census of 22 patients, with up to 6 patients occasionally requiring longer medicine or surgery overflow stays
• Day shift (0700-1930) or Night shift (1900-0730), 3x12-hour shifts with variable scheduling
• Weekend shifts required unless otherwise noted on posted schedule
• Floating required to other acute care floors within scope of practice
• 17-week assignment with expectation to work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active WA RN license or compact license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Compliance Relias EKG telemetry test required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with hard requirement for telemetry experience
• Strong cardiac telemetry skills required, especially for first-time travelers
• Experience admitting and discharging patients in a fast-paced unit required
• Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs, oxygen administration, telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote), interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, PCA management, and cardiac drip management (no titration)
• Epic charting experience preferred but not required
• Prior UW Medical Center staff must have 18 months separation before returning as a traveler

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care for cardiac telemetry and short-stay surgical/procedural patients, including pre/post cardiac cath and pre/post cardiac surgery care
• Perform sheath removal and TR band application for post-cath patients
• Manage central lines, peripheral lines, and PICC lines as needed
• Additional skills may include wound care/wound vac management, IV insulin protocols, feeding tube care, and surgical drain management
• Scrubs of any color accepted; scrubs provided for OR personnel
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• First-time travelers will be considered if they demonstrate strong cardiac telemetry skills
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restrictions
• RTO should be kept to a minimum and cannot be requested during the first two weeks of the assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-741133. 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 Tele

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.