Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Tacoma, WA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,646/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a collaborative pediatric surgical team as a Pediatric Operating Room Registered Nurse in Tacoma, Washington. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers experienced OR RNs the opportunity to support pediatric procedures in an eight-room operating suite while caring for children with congenital conditions, medical conditions, and injuries. Explore Washington nursing jobs in Tacoma, a vibrant Puget Sound community known for its waterfront, cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and convenient proximity to Seattle and Mount Rainier.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,360–$2,480
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks, from October 19, 2026 through January 16, 2027
- Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour shifts
- Primary Shift: Days, 6:45 a.m.–7:15 p.m.
- Additional Shift Options: Night shifts may be available, including 6:45 p.m.–5:15 a.m. or 10:45 p.m.–7:15 a.m.
- Weekend Rotation: Not required
- Call and Holiday Coverage: Optional
- Healthcare Setting: Pediatric operating room with eight ORs
- Charting System: Epic experience preferred
- Scrub Color: Provided
Pediatric Operating Room RN Job Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of Registered Nurse experience, including operating room and perioperative nursing experience
- Recent experience as a Pediatric Operating Room RN
- Experience circulating a variety of pediatric surgical cases, including ENT, general surgery, orthopedic, and urology procedures
- Current Washington state or compact Registered Nurse license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong clinical judgment, organization, communication, and teamwork skills
- Comfort caring for pediatric patients and supporting families in a fast-paced surgical environment
Pediatric OR Registered Nurse Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate perioperative nursing care to pediatric patients
- Serve as the circulating nurse for pediatric surgical procedures across multiple specialties, including ENT, general surgery, orthopedics, and urology
- Complete preoperative assessments, intraoperative monitoring, and postoperative patient handoffs
- Prepare the operating room, verify equipment and supplies, and help maintain a safe and efficient surgical environment
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists, and other members of the pediatric care team
- Accurately document patient care in the electronic health record and maintain compliance with patient safety and infection prevention standards
- Advocate for the unique needs of pediatric patients and their families throughout the surgical experience
Apply now for this Pediatric Operating Room Registered Nurse travel assignment in Tacoma, Washington, and join a dedicated pediatric healthcare team.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
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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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