Observation Unit RN
Worcester, MA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Evenings
$2,548/weekOverview
- Start Date11/10/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care633 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 10, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an Observation Unit position requiring 2 years of telemetry experience and an active MA RN license.
Details
- ER Surge/Overflow unit stationed within the Emergency Department
- Cares for overflow and surge patients
- Evening shift, 4x12 hours, 15:00-03:30, 48 hours per week over 13 weeks
- Every other weekend/every other holiday required
- Floating required to different areas within the ED to care for overflow/surge patients
- Uses Epic charting system
Requirements
- Active MA RN license required
- 2 years of telemetry experience required
- BLS required, ACLS preferred
- Skills required: respiratory care, cardiac monitoring and emergency response, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, medication administration, IV therapy and phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs
- Preferred: chest tube management (Emerson/PleurEvac), PCA experience, Trauma Level I experience
- 2 professional references required, one from a Nurse Manager or higher
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care to overflow and surge patients within a busy Emergency Department setting
- Must pass two pass/fail exams at orientation: a medication exam and a telemetry exam, each with only one attempt allowed; failure results in immediate contract cancellation
- Study materials provided during compliance process and facility-directed interviews to help prepare for exams
- RTO not approved for 12/24, 12/25, or 12/31 due to unit staffing needs
- Facility allows 1 of the 3 major upcoming holidays for RTO
- Must be able to work all 7 days due to union facility scheduling rules with no special scheduling accommodations
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at the same bill rate
- Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system
Facility
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
- Short Term Acute Care
- 633 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
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About Worcester, MA
As a travel nurse in Worcester, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Worcester, MA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
- Worcester experiences a range of weather throughout the year.
- Summers have average highs around 80°F and lows around 60°F, while winters have average highs around 35°F and lows around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Worcester, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of a healthcare marketplace.
- Worcester is fairly car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and commuter rail for easy access to nearby cities like Boston.
- Worcester is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- Worcester has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to Boston.
- Worcester offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local hockey and baseball games.
- Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for water recreation.
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