Telemetry RN in Tacoma, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,122/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $54.61
- Weekly
- $1,966
- Yearly (full-time)
- $102,232
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $54.61/hour — 9% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington ($59.71/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington right now
- 1,043 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington from 7 agencies, 103 of them in Tacoma.
- Pay in these listings: $27.44 – $103/hour, median $63.28/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Washington: $59.71/hour ($124,197/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($73.00/hour across 162 jobs).
Job description
Join us as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse in Tacoma, WA, for a 13-week travel contract that offers a chance to work across multiple units including surgical, medical, neuro, ortho, and more. This role involves 12-hour day shifts, providing an excellent opportunity to gain diverse experience in various patient settings. You'll be responsible for monitoring patients on telemetry, titrating common drips such as insulin and heparin, and collaborating with skilled charge nurses and telemetry techs. It's a busy, engaging environment perfect for healthcare professionals ready to make a difference while enjoying a dynamic work week.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year tends to be mild with a mix of cool mornings and warmer afternoons. Expect some rainfall, but also plenty of clear, sunny days that make outdoor activities enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- City walking tours exploring Tacoma’s waterfront and museums
- Visit the Museum of Glass and watch live glass-blowing demonstrations
- Day trip to Mount Rainier National Park for breathtaking scenery and hiking
- Explore the charming shops and cafes in nearby Gig Harbor
- Enjoy kayaking or paddleboarding on Puget Sound
Job Specifics:
Location: Tacoma, WA
Shift: 12-hour days, full time, every other weekend
Duration: 13 weeks, approximately 36 hours per week
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