Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics
Tacoma, WA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,840/week

Overview

  • Start Date11/02/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Transport

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,840/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse Tacoma, Washington. This position involves providing specialized care for neonatal patients in a Level IV NICU that serves the Puget Sound region and surrounding communities. The role supports a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering advanced neonatal care, including CRRT and ECMO support, with a focus on safety and quality patient outcomes.

Job Details

  • Schedule: Night shifts (7 p.m. 7 a.m.) with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
  • Required Qualifications: 3 years of experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Level IV Neonatal ICU, with at least 1 year of experience specifically in Pediatric Emergency Department (PEDs ED) or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Valid Washington state license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
  • Preferred Qualifications: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), STABLE certification.
  • Patient Types and Common Diagnoses: Neonatal and pediatric patients with diagnoses including hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), perinatal hypoxic-necrosis (ppHN), asthma, respiratory illnesses, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), metabolic disorders, trauma (accidental and non-accidental), ingestions, congenital heart defects, cancer, necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), among others.
  • Technology and Equipment: Phillips monitor, Hamilton ventilator, Braun and Baxter IV pumps, Tecotherm, Zoll defibrillator, TXP, Cross Vent, Zoll emsCHARTS, EPIC electronic medical record system, Stryker gurney, transport isolette, ambulance and aircraft transport equipment (training provided during orientation).
  • Float: When not transporting, may assist in other hospital units as needed.
  • Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend.
  • On Call: No.
  • Additional Notes: The team consists of 1 RN, 1 RT, and an EMT who operates ambulance transport, partnering with NW Ambulance for ground and Airlift Northwest for air transports (fixed and rotor wing). Note: This position involves supporting interhospital neonatal and pediatric transport via ground or air, airway management, vasoactive infusions, non-invasive ventilation, and other advanced neonatal care procedures.

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
Posted Date: 2026-09-22
Cross Country Job ID #1297245. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Transport Nurse

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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About Tacoma, WA

As a travel 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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