Travel ED Observation Telemetry RN - $2,170 per week
About the role
TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for an Observation unit in Tacoma, Washington. This is a 13‑week travel assignment with 36 hours per week on 12‑hour rotating shifts. The position requires 1–2 years of recent acute care experience in an Emergency Room setting.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, triage, and implement care using correct procedures and physician instructions
- Perform minor medical operations
- Advise patients and families on illnesses or injuries
- Plan long‑term care needs
- Document medical history
- Check for patient allergies
- Obtain patient vital signs
- Monitor patients’ emotional and physical well‑being
- Provide basic bedside care
- Clean and bandage wounds
- Provide IV therapy
- Maintain supplies and medical equipment
- Report suspected abuse to appropriate agencies
Requirements
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
- TNCC certification
- 2 years of recent acute care / Emergency Room experience
- Additional certifications may be required before assignment start
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods
- Ability to bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty
- Ability to easily lift 20 pounds
- Ability to lift or move patients up to 50 pounds when necessary
- Strong stress‑coping skills for a fast‑paced environment
- Ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds
Pay
Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- Continuing education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
About TotalMed RN
TotalMed is a Top Ten travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states, offering local and travel jobs and matching caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health.
Job ID: #1526277