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ED Observation RN
Tacoma, WA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$53-57/hour

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/09/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay

$53-57/hour

Details

Gross pay

$2301.41/wk

Regular pay

$25.00/hr

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

Washington Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

ED Observation RN

Overview

ED Observation role in Tacoma, Washington
13-week assignment
12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications

BLS certification
WA license
Cannot have been full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year

Unit Details

ER/Trauma Center ED Observation
8–16 beds/trauma bays
8–16 patients per day
Ratio: 4:1
Common diagnoses/types of patients: Med/Surg Telemetry
These are boarding patients waiting for a room in the hospital

Responsibilities and Workflow

RNs monitor their own telemetry
ER holds are separated from the main ED when possible
Lab draw
House transporters available
Standby required
Floating required to similar floors
Primary assignment is St Joseph Medical Center, with possible float to Region Two: St. Clare Hospital – Lakewood, WA; St. Elizabeth Hospital – Enumclaw, WA; St Joseph Medical Center – Tacoma, WA

Schedule

Every other weekend
No holiday requirement
1-day unit orientation

Environment

In-house security
Charge nurse/house supervisor present
Nurse aids/paramedics/patient sitters present
Navy blue scrubs

Preferred / Additional Notes

Epic is used on the unit

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1094 reviews)

266 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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About Tacoma, WA

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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