Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Travel Nursing Assignment in Portland, Oregon

Join a collaborative observation and Medical-Surgical/Telemetry team as a travel Registered Nurse in Portland, Oregon. Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a short-term acute-care setting while building valuable experience in telemetry, cardiac monitoring, and complex medical-surgical nursing. This opportunity offers a consistent night-shift schedule, supportive interdisciplinary resources, and access to the vibrant Pacific Northwest lifestyle, including parks, diverse dining, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,850-$1,950
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Location: Portland, Oregon
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 8, 2027
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or every weekend, based on unit needs
• Call: Not required
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Typical Assignment Ratio: 1:4
• Documentation: Epic charting experience required
• Floating: May be required between units or nearby affiliated facilities based on patient-care needs
• Orientation: 24 hours

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing; compact license must be active and in hand when required
• At least 1 year of recent Registered Nurse experience in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry or a comparable acute-care setting
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Recent experience caring for adult and geriatric patients in an observation, Medical-Surgical, or Telemetry environment
• Epic or comparable electronic health record experience
• Strong telemetry assessment skills, including interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Ability to work independently, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and adapt to floating assignments
• Availability to meet weekend and holiday scheduling requirements associated with the travel nursing assignment

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in an observation Medical-Surgical/Telemetry setting
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, recognize changes in patient condition, and initiate appropriate interventions
• Administer medications and manage protocols including insulin, heparin, and non-titrated cardiac drips according to established standards
• Perform assessments and care related to central lines, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, feeding tubes, tracheostomies, wounds, and wound vacs
• Support patients before and after cardiac catheterization, angiography, myocardial infarction, hemodialysis, and other acute-care procedures
• Provide oxygen and non-invasive airway support while responding promptly to changes in respiratory or neurological status
• Administer blood products and provide care for patients with renal failure, cerebrovascular accidents, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex conditions
• Coordinate care with IV therapy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, interpretation services, and rapid response teams
• Document accurately in the electronic health record and communicate effectively during patient handoffs
• Float to other units or nearby affiliated facilities when needed to support safe staffing and continuity of care

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical Telemetry travel nurse opportunity in Portland, Oregon, and join a collaborative healthcare team on a rewarding 13-week assignment.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.