Radiology Recovery Registered Nurse
Seattle, WA
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Radiology Recovery)

Location: Seattle, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 15 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Radiology Recovery)
• Shift: Day shift with self-scheduling; start times vary between 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, or 7:30 AM on weekends. On-call required at the end of shifts.
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty
• First-time Travelers: Accepted
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, weekend shifts start at 7:30 AM with on-call at shift end
• On-call: Yes, required as described above
• Block Schedule: Not accommodated
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions
• Pending License Accepted: Yes
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: No RTO within first two weeks due to orientation
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes

Required Skills and Certifications

• Skilled in PIV (Peripheral Intravenous) placement and port accessing
• Urinary catheterization skills preferred
• Licensure: RN Compact License valid in Washington State required
• Certifications Required:

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA Provider only, instructor not accepted
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA Provider only, instructor not accepted
  • Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., ACLS, NRP, CHEMO) but not explicitly for this role

Facility Highlights

• Pediatric teaching hospital with Magnet status and Level I Trauma center
• Total staffed beds: 407
• Charting system: EPIC
• Dress code: Any color scrub or T-shirt top, must be age-appropriate and kid-friendly

Orientation and Onboarding Requirements

• No Return to Office during first two weeks due to orientation
• Photo for badge required within 72 hours of contract signing; must be on a blue background (no hats or headwear)
• Completion of facility-specific modules prior to start (approx. 8 hours)
• Math test administered onsite upon arrival (proctored, remediation allowed if failed)
• EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam required for Radiology Recovery RN (passing score 80%)
• Competency exams and skills checklists required, including pediatric competency exams
• Respiratory protection training provided via facility platform; fit testing required before start (no onsite fit testing allowed)
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, FACIS 3, county civil searches, national criminal database, and others as specified
• Drug screening: 12-panel drug test within 1 year of start, covering specific substances
• Physical exam within 1 year required
• Immunizations and titers required: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, TB screening (Qgold/Tspot or PPD), Flu vaccine or declination during flu season
• Respiratory medical clearance required for respirator use (RespSafety clearance)

Additional Notes

• Candidates with prior travel experience are not explicitly required for this role
• Returning candidates with less than 6 months gap between contracts may use previous background checks, physical exams, TB tests, and drug screens if still valid
• Facility encourages use of public transportation; parking available at variable cost
• Candidates must maintain all required certifications and licenses current throughout assignment
• Modules and training cannot be expedited; candidates should wait for login info before starting

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position in Radiology Recovery at a pediatric teaching hospital in Seattle, WA. The role requires at least 1 year of RN experience, PALS and BLS certifications, and skills in PIV placement and port accessing. The contract is approximately 15 weeks with guaranteed hours and weekend/on-call shifts. Comprehensive onboarding including competency exams, background checks, immunizations, and respiratory clearance is mandatory. First-time travelers are welcome, and pending licenses are accepted.