Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Tacoma, WA
Epic Travel Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days
$2,863/weekOverview
- Start Date05/04/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel RN - Pediatric OR
Shift: Days / 6:45a-5:15p, 10x4, 40hrs per week
Length: 13 weeks
Weekend rotation: Unlikely, but could be assigned a weekend shift if Weekend Staff are off. Typically only call on weekend
On call? Yes. Approximately 2 weeknights (1900-0700) and 1 weekend (1900 F – 0700 M) every 6 weeks. 30-minute response time
Requirements:
- WA or compact RN license
- 2+ years acute OR experience
- If candidate only has 2 years OR experience, must be high-level experience
- Willing to consider candidates with adults + peds experience.
- BLS, PALS
- CNOR preferred
- Skills required: Highly preferred – IV starts, scrub experience, Robotics, high-level neuro, eyes, dental (send for manager approval if missing these skills), Circulating the above case types
Other Details:
- EMR: EPIC
- Floating: PICU here to assist with procedure, NICU cases in Tacoma General (connected by walkway on same campus). Assist anesthesia with procedures (for example – assisting with intubations in MRI or IR)
- First-time traveler? No, unless extensive OR and Peds experience (5+ years)
- Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: Neonates – 18; will see adult sized patients as well as infants and everything in between. Could see patients who are developmentally delayed and/or have congenital anomalies, Peds traumas – MVAs, GSWs, shaken baby, Neurosurgery – Cranies, EVDs, shunts, Spine – scoliosis repairs, spinal injuries, Urology – hyper/hypospadias repair, orchiopexy, orchiectomy, inguinal hernias, GYN – ovarian torsion, ovarian cyst, endometriosis lesions, IUD placements, Ortho – pinnings, ACL repairs, arthroscopies, hip osteotomies. Oncology – general, tumor resections. ENT – T/As, PE tubes, trachs. General – GI related surgeries (lap/open appies, lap/open cholies), other general cases. Dental cases (preferred). Ophthalmology (preferred) – strabismus repairs. Robotics (preferred) – DaVinci XI.
Epic Travel Staffing:
- Day 1 health insurance coverage and comprehensive benefits options
- 401(k) matching program
- Weekly direct deposit
- Industry leading allowances and reimbursements
- Referral program with cash bonuses and additional perks
- Exclusive job openings - Only at Epic
- Epic Staffing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us.
By applying for this position, you agree that any calls from Epic Staffing Group and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for training and quality assurance purposes
Please note that all pay rates are estimates. Weekly gross pay is based on qualifications and experience. Rate applies to travel positions only (50+ miles from permanent address).Employer
Epic Travel Staffing
3 nurses recommend working with Epic Travel Staffing
Pros
Alexis has been a dream to work with. She's always prompt with her responses & gets me the answers I need. She advocates for me 😊
Cons
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At Epic Travel Staffing (formerly Emerald Health Services), you are always our top priority. We believe that every traveler has the ability to achieve their career goals while living the adventure of a lifetime. We’ve been going above and beyond to curate life-changing experiences for nurses and allied health travelers since 2002. It’s not just about filling positions. It’s about opportunities to expand careers and accelerate the productivity of facilities across the nation. Our recruiters have access to travel nursing, nurse leadership and allied healthcare positions in all 50 states. The pay and location are yours to choose.
About Tacoma, WA
As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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