Pediatrics CVICU RN
Tacoma, WA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,670/weekOverview
- Start Date01/11/2027
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Pediatric Open Heart Unit: This position supports perioperative care for neonatal, pediatric, and adult-sized patients undergoing complex cardiothoracic procedures. Responsibilities include circulating, scrubbing, arterial line management, and intravenous starts in a high-acuity surgical environment, with potential rotation to the general operating room.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse license issued by Washington State or a compact state; Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications; minimum of 3 years of pediatric cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) experience; first-time travelers must have at least 5 years of pediatric cardiovascular operating room experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification; experience initiating intravenous lines, scrubbing, managing arterial lines, and circulating for neonatal, pediatric, and adult-sized cardiothoracic patients.
- Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Additional Information: Patient populations may include neonates, infants, children, adults, developmentally delayed patients, and patients with congenital anomalies. Cases may include Tetralogy of Fallot, pericardial windows, transposition of the great vessels, open-heart valve repairs, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), patent ductus arteriosus ligation through thoracotomy, and atrial septal defect repairs. On-call responsibilities include one call shift per week and two weekend call periods within a six-week period, with a 30-minute response time. Weekend rotation is call only.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Facility
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and Health Center
1 nurse recommends working with Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and Health Center
- Childrens
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
12 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
Pros
The Best most responsive recruiter at cross country. Could give 6. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ stars
Cons
None
Recommends working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Tacoma, WA
As a Travel Pediatric CVICU 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.
Browse similar jobs
Pediatric Critical Care Float RN
- Seattle, WA
- Nightingale Nurses
- 3x12 hrs