Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse
Seattle, WA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Pediatric PACU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job – Seattle, WA

Position Overview

• Specialty: Pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse
• Shift: 4x10 hour shifts, Day (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM) or Evening (1:00 PM – 11:30 PM)
• On-Call: Approximately 4 hours every 6 weeks; must be able to arrive within 1 hour when called in
• Weekend: Occasional
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric PACU (Post Anesthetic Care) experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Experience with central line management
• Experience caring for tracheostomy patients
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IV starts, ventilators, and varied pediatric patient populations
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred
• Experience in academic or multiple practice settings with acutely ill patients

Additional Job Details

• On-Call Requirement: Must be willing to meet the same on-call requirements as staff nurses (currently 4 hours every 6 weeks)
• Photo for Badge: Must be submitted within 72 hours of contract signing; photo must have a blue background with no hats or headwear
• Modules: Completion of assigned pre-start training modules (approx. 8 hours) required; Epic test-out modules may be required for inpatient nurses
• Math Test: Proctored math test administered onsite upon arrival; remediation available if needed
• EKG Test: Required for candidates working in PICU, CICU, NICU, and ER; remediation available if needed

Important Notes

• Candidates must be able to respond and arrive within 1 hour when called in for on-call shifts
• Facility requires strict adherence to background checks and health documentation policies
• Respiratory protection training provided by the facility; candidates must be prepared to use N95 and CAPR/PAPR respirators
• Candidates with compact licenses must complete additional state-specific suicide prevention training and demographic updates

This position is ideal for experienced Pediatric PACU RNs with strong pediatric critical care skills and flexibility for on-call duties in a fast-paced, academic environment.