Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry
tacoma, WA
TotalMed Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,423/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start Date12/29/2024
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

8% higher than average Registered Nurse / Telemetry Nurse pay in Washington

Estimated total pay

$2,423/week

Estimated taxable pay
$869/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,554/week

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

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Other qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

Washington Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Looking for a great Travel Telemetry Nursing Job in tacoma, Washington? TotalMed Staffing posted this Travel Nursing Job that offers 36 hours a week for 13 weeks in tacoma, Washington.

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The details for this Travel Telemetry Nursing Job are:

Specialty: Telemetry
Job Location: tacoma, Washington
Travel Nurse Salary: $2,423/week
Start Date: 12/29/2024
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Total Hours Per Week: 36 weekly
Shift Breakdown: 3x12 hrs
Shift: 12 hours, nights

COVID VACCINE REQUIRED! Unit Med/Surg and Telemetry # of beds see below Med Surg at SJMC consists of 6 different units, with different specialties. All units are telemetry. Travelers will be required to float to cover the need of the entire med surg division. They could also float to alternate med surg units. MED SURG UNITS: 7th Floor -- Surgical unit, abdominal surgeries, trauma, Whipple -- 36 beds 8BC -- long term low acuity unit, patients waiting for placement, on long term antibiotic therapy -- 17 beds 9th Floor -- general medical cases, chronic and acute -- 38 beds 2 south -- short stay, cardiac, COVID unit -- 41 beds 3 south -- Neuro unit -- 33 beds 4 South -- ortho and spine unit -- 21 beds OTHER MED SURG ALTERNATE UNITS/ASSIGNMENTS: 10th floor Med Surg Oncology ER Transition Unit -- unit adjacent to ER, holding area for med surg patients waiting for med surg beds Can be assigned as a CNA if RN short (same expectation with our own staff) Can be assigned as an entrance screener if needed (same expectation with our own staff) Ratios In all units RNs take 4-5 patients Required certifications BLS Common diagnoses/Types of patients See description above Experience or 'Must have' skills At least 2 years acute care experience Are RNs required to titrate drips? Yes. Most drips are at set rate, can titrate up to max per med surg guideline. Will transfer to critical care if max reached. Common titratable &/or set rate drips Insulin, Heparin, Nitro up to 30mcg, Dobutamine up to 5mcg, Dopamine up to 5 mcg. Cardizem up to 30 mcg only for patients already on oral Cardizem, may not be used for new onset arrythmias Charge Nurse/House Supervisor Charge RN per each unit, House Supervisor 11am-7am Are there nurse aids on this unit/Ratios Yes. CNAs take 8-11 patients RT Equipment (vents, Cpap, BiPap, etc) CPAP, Bipap, Trachs, no vents Is there tele on this unit? Monitor Techs? RNs read strips? Yes. Tele are monitored remotely by telemetry techs. They measure and read strips, RNs verify reading is correct Shifts & Scheduling 12 hour shifts, full time, every other weekend, schedule based on staffing need to cover the entire med surg division Weekend Requirement Every other Holiday Requirement Yes, 1-2 winter holidays Is there a call or standby requirement? Yes, up to 4 times during contract duration Floating Requirements Yes, expect to float wherever they are needed Scrub Color/Dress Code No specific color required

Employer

TotalMed Staffing

3.7rating(61 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with TotalMed Staffing

5.0rating

Pros

Zach goes above and beyond to help, and is very genuine and super nice. 😊 Zach answers questions and concerns promptly and truly cares . I highly recommend Zach!

Cons

None

Recommends working with TotalMed Staffing

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Susan S

Correctional (RN)

Review of Zach Young on Aug 15, 2024

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About

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. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

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About Tacoma, WA

As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Tacoma is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.

Transportation

Tacoma is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, providing convenient access within the city and to neighboring areas.

Demographics

Tacoma has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and asthma due to occasional air quality issues.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Tacoma.

Things to Do

Tacoma offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art community with museums and galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mount Rainier and enjoy various outdoor activities.

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