American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Yakima, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/20/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift position with orthopedic and post-op experience required.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a combined Med/Surg and Ortho unit with 42 beds consisting of single and double rooms
- Cares for general medical, post-operative, medical trauma, and a variety of orthopedic surgery patients including total joints and spinal fusions
- Night shift schedule with 12 hour shifts and requirement to work every other weekend, nights defined as Friday/Saturday
- Typical night shift patient ratio is 1:6
- Floating to other Med/Surg units may be required
- Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Omnicell medication dispensing
- Unit provides support from CNA, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, wound care, respiratory therapy, and 24/7 in-house hospitalist
- Remote telemetry monitoring is used; bedside RNs are not required to read or measure telemetry strips
- Core responsibilities include managing post-operative and orthopedic patients, responding to traumas, and operating specialized equipment
- New travelers are accepted if they have at least 2 years of RN experience
- Orientation includes hospital NEO plus one or two 12-hour precepted shifts on the unit
- Schedule is posted 4 weeks in advance for a 4 week period
- Up to 7 days of requested time off may be approved
- Holiday coverage requires 1-2 holidays per contract
- Dress code allows any color scrubs
- Free onsite and surrounding lot parking is available
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required (may be submitted with a pending license and proof of application)
- Current BLS certification required
- At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg RN experience required
- Experience with orthopedic patients, post-op care, and equipment such as CPAP/BiPAP, wound vacs, JP/Hemovacs, and SCDs required
- Experience managing heparin, protonix, and octreotide drips per lab protocols
- Familiarity with Epic EMR preferred
- Must be able to provide professional references from a supervisor or above
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-613413. 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
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.
