American Traveler 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: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Oncology RN with telemetry and oncology experience for a night shift position requiring WA or compact RN licensure. Details 28-bed Med/Surg Oncology unit with combined oncology, general med surg, and inpatient hospice patients Patient ratios of 1:4-5 Full telemetry with central monitoring, requiring strip reading and interpretation Night shift schedule (1900-0730), rotating through unit pods every 6 weeks Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday nights, Saturday/Sunday days) No call or standby requirement Floating required within Med Surg/Tele service line, in rotation with permanent staff per union guidelines First to float and primary assignment to St Joseph Medical Center, with potential to float within Region Two facilities (St. Clare Hospital – Lakewood, WA; St. Elizabeth Hospital – Enumclaw, WA) CNAs on 8-hour shifts, with 2 CNAs covering 28 beds overnight Charge nurse present each shift and typically does not take patients Respiratory therapy manages CPAP/BiPap; nurses perform nebulizer treatments, breathing treatments, and trach suctioning RNs responsible for titrating Heparin and Cardizem drips, and may see other cardiac drips Uses Epic EMR Requirements Active WA or Compact RN license required BLS certification required Chemo certification through an ONS provider card preferred Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Oncology experience required Must pass a dysrhythmia exam during onboarding Central line and port access and sterile dressing change experience preferred Copy of driver's license required for consideration Additional Information Provide nursing care for a combined oncology and general med surg patient population, including inpatient hospice care Participate in a unit-specific orientation including an Epic class (inpatient staff may test out) and 1-2 days with a preceptor Holiday coverage rotates with permanent staff Professional-looking scrubs required; no t-shirts; closed-toe shoes required First-time travelers may be considered American Traveler Job ID P-783736. 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: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology 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.