Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse
Seattle, WA
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Seattle, Washington
Specialty: Registered Nurse - Radiology Recovery / Pediatric PACU
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 15 weeks (interpreted from 15)

Position Details

• Shift: Day shift with self-scheduling flexibility. Start times typically 0700 or 0800 with on-call responsibilities. Weekend shifts start at 0730 with on-call at the end of the shift.
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of RN experience (highest requirement found).
• First-time Travelers: Accepted.
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, weekend shifts with on-call.
• On-call: Required as described above.
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated.
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions.
• Pending License: Accepted.
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: No RTO within the first two weeks due to orientation.
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes.
• Special Skills Required:

  • Skilled in Peripheral IV (PIV) placement and port accessing.
  • Urinary catheterization skills preferred.

Facility Highlights

• Pediatric facility with 407 staffed beds.
• Teaching hospital with Magnet recognition and Level I Trauma center.
• Charting system: EPIC.
• Scrub color: Any color or T-shirt top, must be age-appropriate and kid-friendly.

Licensure & Certifications

• Licenses:

  • RN Compact License valid in Washington required.
  • Candidates using a compact license from other states must complete WA-specific suicide prevention training and update demographic info in NURSYS E-Notify.

• Required Certifications:

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA Provider only, instructor cards not accepted.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA Provider only, instructor cards not accepted.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA Provider only, instructor cards not accepted (required for Air Lift candidates).
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Not required for NICU RNs.
  • CHEMO certification through APHON if applicable.

• Additional Notes:

  • PEARS is not acceptable in lieu of PALS.
  • Certification renewals must be promptly uploaded and communicated to the appropriate team.

Competency Exams & Skills

• Competency Exams:

  • Required to pass Pediatric competency exams relevant to the unit.
  • Radiology Recovery RN candidates must complete PACU and Pediatrics competency exams.
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for certain units; not specifically stated for this role but important for related pediatric critical care roles.

• Skills Checklists:

  • Required pediatric skills checklist and unit-specific skills checklist.
  • Uploaders must ensure correct documentation for pediatric competencies.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 1 year, acceptable if from previous contract within 6 months gap.

• Fit Mask: Valid fit test within 12 months prior to assignment end; fit testing on-site not allowed. CAPR use assigned if candidate fails fit test.

• Immunizations:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (accepted even if expired if given after age 11).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Titer or vaccines required with specific booster rules. Declinations require medical verification.
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, completed vaccine series, or signed declination.
  • Varicella: Titer or 2 vaccines with booster rules; prior infection documentation accepted.
  • Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct-Mar) or signed declination with completion of declination module.
  • COVID-19 Vaccine: Strongly recommended but not required.

• Drug Testing:

  • 12-panel drug screen within 1 year of start, covering specific substances.
  • 10-panel acceptable if all required drugs are included.

• Respiratory Safety Clearance:

  • Annual medical clearance required for respirator use.
  • Virtual questionnaire completed prior to start.

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year criminal background check required; recent background checks within 1 year may be accepted if complete.
• Various national and state-specific checks including FACIS 3, county civil, state criminal, national criminal database, global sanctions, sex offender registry, and others.
• WA State Patrol Search required within 12 months and rerun every 2 years.
• Background checks must be fully completed before approval; no pending searches allowed except specific county civil searches under strict conditions.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Photo for Badge: Must be on blue background, no hats or headwear, submitted within 72 hours of contract signing.

• Math Test: Proctored onsite test required for all RNs and MAs; remediation allowed if failed.

• Modules:

  • Mandatory completion of assigned online modules prior to start (approx. 8 hours).
  • Epic test-out modules required for inpatient nurses.
  • Module logins created by facility IT; candidates should not contact facility directly.
  • Time spent on modules prior to start is reimbursed.

• Meal Waiver Agreement: Optional, only if waiving second meal period.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• First-time travelers are accepted.
• No radius restrictions for local candidates.
• Orientation includes a no-return-to-office period for the first two weeks.
• On-call responsibilities are part of the schedule.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly regarded pediatric teaching hospital with a supportive environment and flexible scheduling for travel nurses.