Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN – Plastic Surgery & Limb Salvage - $2,004 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/17/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position on a plastic surgery and limb salvage unit, requiring a DC RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 16-bed Plastic Surgery and Limb Salvage Med/Surg Tele unit within a short-term acute care teaching hospital
• Patient population includes post-operative reconstructive plastic surgery, diabetic limb salvage, complex wounds, and advanced surgical care
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6
• Shifts are either three 12-hour days (7:00-19:30) or three 12-hour nights (18:30-7:00), with every other weekend required
• Float to units of equal or lower acuity may be required
• Electronic charting is done using Cerner, with medication administration via Pyxis
• Primary responsibilities include post-operative care, management of complex wounds, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
• Unit supports first-time travelers
• Holiday coverage is required as part of the contract
• No more than 8 days of time off approved during contract and must work full scheduled hours
• Return staff must have not been employed by the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Pre-start and orientation modules are required and completed via transcripts
• Parking is available at a cost
• Must be willing to accept an offer without an interview

Requirements

• Active DC RN license in hand or proof of pending status at time of consideration, with license required prior to start date
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg or Telemetry nursing experience, but strong candidates with 1.5+ years in a consistent role may be considered
• Must be competent in Med/Surg and Telemetry skills, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Two professional supervisor references from the past 2 years required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-620158. 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

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